Forpliktet

Forpliktet is a Norwegian and Danish adjective meaning obligated, bound by a duty or promise. It describes a state or condition in which a person or organization is required to act, often because of a contract, law, or moral commitment. The term is commonly used in legal, business, and everyday language to indicate that an action is not optional.

Etymology and form: forpliktet is formed from the noun plikt (duty) with the prefix for- and the past participle suffix -et, yielding a word that functions as an adjective. The related noun form is forpliktelse, meaning an obligation or commitment. In practice, forpliktet is used with til + infinitive to express what one is obligated to do, for example, "er forpliktet til å overholde avtalen" (is obligated to comply with the agreement).

Usage and nuance: In Norwegian, the phrase "forpliktet til" is common in legal, contractual, and organizational contexts, as well as in everyday speech when describing duties. It can describe obligations toward others (for eksempel kunder, ansatte) or toward statutory requirements. The term carries a sense of binding duty rather than mere desire or suggestion. Synonyms include "pliktdrevet" in some contexts, while the antonym is "frivillig" (voluntary).

See also: Forpliktelse (obligation, commitment), plikt (duty). In Danish usage, the meanings and constructions are closely aligned, with analogous phrases such as "forpligtet til at" to express obligation.