Synonyms of 'obligation' in British English
1 (noun)
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a moral or legal duty
Students usually feel an obligation to attend lectures.
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2 (noun)
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a moral or legal duty
I feel that's my obligation, to do whatever is possible.
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3 (noun)
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the binding power of such a duty
I have an ethical and moral obligation to my client.
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answerability
4 (noun)
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a sense of being in debt because of a service or favour
The companies failed to meet their obligation to plant new trees.
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contract
The company won a prestigious contract for work on the building.
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in the sense of accountability
an impetus towards democracy and greater accountability
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chargeability
in the sense of agreement
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a legally enforceable contract
a new defence agreement
Synonyms of 'obligation' in American English
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