Discipline And Obedience

3 words in this vocabulary list

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

  • The students lined up obediently for the school assembly.
  • The dog sat obediently when its owner told it to.
  • The toddler followed his mom obediently around the store.
  • The wind obediently changed direction at the wizard's command.

verb to comply with or follow the commands, restrictions, wishes, or instructions of someone in authority

  • It is important to obey the rules and regulations set forth by the company.
  • Just obey what your boss says and you'll be fine.
  • Dude, just obey the traffic laws and you won't get a ticket.
  • Sometimes it's better to obey your instincts and follow your gut feeling.

adjective not inclined to question or dispute; obedient or compliant

adverb in an unquestioning manner

  • The soldiers followed orders unquestioningly, showing great loyalty to their commander.
  • She unquestioningly believed everything he told her, even when it seemed too good to be true.
  • I can't believe he unquestioningly went along with that ridiculous plan.
  • The cult members followed their leader unquestioningly, never questioning his motives or decisions.