Obediently

Pronunciation: /oʊˈbiːdiəntli/

Definitions of obediently

adverb a word that modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb, indicating manner, place, time, or degree

Example Sentences

A1 The dog obediently followed its owner's commands.

A2 She obediently completed her homework before going out to play.

B1 The students obediently lined up for the fire drill.

B2 The soldiers marched obediently in formation.

C1 The employees obediently adhered to the company's strict guidelines.

C2 The diplomats obediently followed the protocol during the peace negotiations.

Examples of obediently in a Sentence

formal The students lined up obediently for the school assembly.

informal The dog sat obediently when its owner told it to.

slang The toddler followed his mom obediently around the store.

figurative The wind obediently changed direction at the wizard's command.

Grammatical Forms of obediently

• past tense: obeyed
• plural: obediently
• comparative: more obediently
• superlative: most obediently
• present tense: obeys
• future tense: will obey
• perfect tense: has obeyed
• continuous tense: is obeying
• singular: obediently
• positive degree: obediently
• infinitive: to obey
• gerund: obeying
• participle: obeyed

Origin and Evolution of obediently

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'obediently' originated from the Middle English word 'obedientli' which was derived from the Old French word 'obeissantement'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe actions done in compliance with authority or orders, the word 'obediently' has retained its meaning over time, emphasizing the act of following instructions or commands willingly and without resistance.