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OBLIGATING

(adj., verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Obligating.

Obligating - as an adjective

Restricted to a particular condition of life

Example: "An obligate anaerobe can survive only in the absence of oxygen"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
facultative19

Obligating - as a verb

Force somebody to do something

Example: "We compel all students to fill out this form"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
compel12oblige9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cause7get4have10induce9make10stimulate11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Commit in order to fulfill an obligation

Example: "Obligate money"

Bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted

Example: "He's held by a contract"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bind7hold8oblige9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
relate6
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The obligating clause in the contract specifies the payment deadlines."
"The obligating factor in her decision was the potential for career growth."
"The obligating duty of the police officer is to protect and serve the community."
"The obligating requirements for the scholarship include maintaining a certain GPA."
"The obligating rule is that all employees must sign in and out when entering or leaving the office."
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Word Game Points

Is OBLIGATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, obligating is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OBLIGATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is OBLIGATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, obligating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OBLIGATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is OBLIGATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obligating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OBLIGATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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