obligate — to require or compel someone to do something by law, agreement, or moral duty
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to require or compel someone to do something by law, agreement, or moral duty
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɑːblɪɡeɪt/
Example Sentences
- My diet obligates me to avoid pizza, but my heart obligates me to order it anyway.
- The warranty obligates the company to repair any defects.
- Being a parent obligates you to pretend vegetables are delicious.
obligate
VERB[/ˈɑːblɪɡeɪt/]
to require or compel someone to do something by law, agreement, or moral duty
A signed contract obligates the worker to finish the job.
Duty can obligate you when promises dominate you.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'obligatus', the past participle of 'obligare', meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie up'. The word combines 'ob-' (toward) and 'ligare' (to bind), reflecting the idea of being bound by duty or commitment.
Breakdown
ob- (toward) + lig- (bind) + -ate (verb suffix) = obligate
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📝Examples
“My diet obligates me to avoid pizza, but my heart obligates me to order it anyway.”
“The warranty obligates the company to repair any defects.”
“Being a parent obligates you to pretend vegetables are delicious.”
“The loan agreement obligates him to make monthly payments.”
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