/ˈbɛh.hɒdən, -ˌn/ BEH-hoh-dən, -n

Definitions

1. verb

to owe or be under an obligation to someone

“She is beholden to her mentor for her early career success.”

2. adjective

dependent on or obligated to someone or something

“The politician was beholden to the wealthy donors who supported her campaign.”