Pronunciation: /ɑbləˈɡeɪʃən/
noun a duty or commitment to fulfill a responsibility
A1 I have an obligation to feed my pet every day.
A2 It is our obligation to recycle and protect the environment.
B1 Parents have an obligation to provide for their children's basic needs.
B2 As a citizen, I feel a strong obligation to vote in every election.
C1 Doctors have a moral obligation to prioritize patient care above all else.
C2 The company has a legal obligation to ensure workplace safety for all employees.
adjective obligatory, required by a sense of duty or responsibility
A1 I have an obligation to finish my homework before playing outside.
A2 It is your obligation to follow the rules of the game.
B1 As a citizen, it is our obligation to vote in elections.
B2 The company has an obligation to provide a safe working environment for its employees.
C1 Doctors have a professional obligation to maintain patient confidentiality.
C2 The government has an obligation to protect the rights of its citizens.
formal It is our obligation to ensure all employees receive proper training.
informal I feel like it's my obligation to help out my neighbors when they need it.
slang I don't have any obligation to hang out with him if I don't want to.
figurative Her love for her family is an obligation that she gladly fulfills.
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