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OBLIGATION

(noun)

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There are 5 meanings of the word Obligation.

How to pronounce obligation:

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Obligation - as a noun

The social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

Example: "We must instill a sense of duty in our children"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
duty8responsibility21
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
social control
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The state of being obligated to do or pay something

Example: "He is under an obligation to finish the job"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
state5
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A personal relation in which one is indebted for a service or favor

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
indebtedness16

A written promise to repay a debt

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
certificate of indebtednessdebt instrument
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
document13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A legal agreement specifying a payment or action and the penalty for failure to comply

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
written agreement
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"I have an obligation to finish my homework before tomorrow."
"It is my obligation to take care of my elderly parents."
"As a citizen, it is our obligation to pay taxes."
"He felt a strong obligation to help his friend in need."
"I feel a moral obligation to stand up against injustice."
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Word Game Points

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

OBLIGATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is OBLIGATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, obligation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OBLIGATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is OBLIGATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obligation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OBLIGATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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