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OBLIGATO Synonyms

There are 8 synonyms of the word obligato. (exact relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word obligato. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for OBLIGATO

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binding
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• the capacity to attract and hold something

• strip sewn over or along an edge for reinforcement or decoration

• the act of applying a bandage

• one of a pair of mechanical devices that are attached to a ski and that will grip a ski boot; the bindings should release in case of a fall

• the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book

adjective satellite

• executed with proper legal authority

compulsory
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• required by rule

essential
adjectiveadj
adjective

• basic and fundamental

• being or relating to or containing the essence of a plant etc

• defining rights and duties as opposed to giving the rules by which rights and duties are established

noun

• anything indispensable

adjective satellite

• absolutely necessary; vitally necessary

• of the greatest importance

incumbent
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• the official who holds an office

adjective satellite

• lying or leaning on something else

• necessary (for someone) as a duty or responsibility; morally binding

• currently holding an office

mandatory
adjectiveadj
noun

• the recipient of a mandate

• a territory surrendered by Turkey or Germany after World War I and put under the tutelage of some other European power until they are able to stand by themselves

adjective satellite

• required by rule

necessary
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adjective

• absolutely essential

noun

• anything indispensable

adjective satellite

• unavoidably determined by prior circumstances

required
verb, adjectivev, adj
adjective satellite

• necessary for relief or supply

• required by rule

obbligato
nounn
noun

• a persistent but subordinate motif

• a part of the score that must be performed without change or omission

Best Hypernyms For OBLIGATO

Here is a list of related hypernyms for obligato, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (4)
motif motive section subdivision

Alternatives for BINDING

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