indebtedness

/ɪnˈdɛtɪdnəs/
noun
  1. The state of owing money to someone or something.
    • The company's growing indebtedness worried its investors.
    • After buying the house, their indebtedness to the bank increased significantly.
    • High levels of personal indebtedness can lead to financial stress.
  2. A feeling of gratitude or obligation for help or kindness received.
    • I feel a sense of indebtedness to my parents for their support.
    • His speech was full of indebtedness to his mentors.
    • She expressed her deep indebtedness to the volunteers who saved her dog.
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