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obligated

 

[ ˈɒblɪɡeɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

feeling of duty

Being under a moral or legal obligation to do something; feeling bound to do something out of a sense of duty or responsibility.

Synonyms

compelled, duty-bound, obliged.

Examples of usage

  • I feel obligated to help my family in times of need.
  • She felt obligated to finish the project before the deadline.
Context #2 | Adjective

legally required

Having a legal or contractual duty to do something; bound by law or agreement to fulfill an obligation.

Synonyms

compulsory, mandated, required.

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Word Description / Examples
obligated

Used when someone feels compelled or has a moral or legal duty to do something.

  • She felt obligated to help her friend move.
  • The employee was obligated to report any safety issues.
required

Used in general situations where something is necessary or needed, often less formal than 'compulsory' or 'mandated'.

  • A password is required to log in.
  • ID is required to enter the building.
mandated

Used when something is officially ordered or commanded, typically by an authority or higher power.

  • The new safety protocols were mandated by the government.
  • The board mandated new training for all employees.
compulsory

Used when something is mandatory by law or rules, often in formal or institutional settings.

  • Wearing seat belts is compulsory in many countries.
  • Attending the meeting was compulsory for all staff.

Examples of usage

  • The company is obligated to provide a safe working environment for its employees.
  • He was obligated by the terms of the contract to pay the rent on time.

Translations

Translations of the word "obligated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 obrigado

🇮🇳 बाध्य

🇩🇪 verpflichtet

🇮🇩 wajib

🇺🇦 зобов'язаний

🇵🇱 zobowiązany

🇯🇵 義務がある

🇫🇷 obligé

🇪🇸 obligado

🇹🇷 zorunlu

🇰🇷 의무가 있는

🇸🇦 ملزم

🇨🇿 povinen

🇸🇰 povinný

🇨🇳 有义务的

🇸🇮 obvezan

🇮🇸 skyldugur

🇰🇿 міндетті

🇬🇪 ვალდებული

🇦🇿 məcbur

🇲🇽 obligado

Etymology

The word 'obligated' originated from the Latin word 'obligatus', which means 'bound'. It entered the English language in the late 16th century. The concept of obligation has been a fundamental aspect of human societies, where individuals are bound by moral, legal, or social duties. The sense of duty and responsibility associated with being obligated has evolved over time, reflecting changing norms and values in different cultures.

See also: obligate, obligation, obligatory, obliged, obligee, obliging.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,140 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.