Meaning of the word obligate in English

What does obligate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

obligate

US /ˈɑːb.lɪ.ɡeɪt/

UK /ˈɒb.lɪ.ɡeɪt/

make (someone) legally or morally bound to an action or course of action

Example:

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The contract obligates us to complete the work by next month.

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He felt obligated to help his family.

Synonym:

bind compel require force constrain

restricted to a particular condition or course of action

Example:

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He felt obligate to follow the rules.

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The bacteria are obligate anaerobes.

Synonym:

bound compelled required forced constrained

Related Word:

obligation obliged oblige