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OBLIGATIONS

(noun)

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There are 5 meanings of the word Obligations.

Obligations - as a noun

The social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

Example: "We must instill a sense of duty in our children"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dutyresponsibility
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
social control
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The state of being obligated to do or pay something

Example: "He is under an obligation to finish the job"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
state
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A personal relation in which one is indebted for a service or favor

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
indebtedness

A written promise to repay a debt

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
certificate of indebtednessdebt instrument
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
document
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A legal agreement specifying a payment or action and the penalty for failure to comply

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
written agreement
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He had to fulfill his obligations as a student."
"She felt burdened by her financial obligations."
"The company failed to meet its contractual obligations."
"Parents have obligations towards their children."
"He couldn't attend the meeting due to prior obligations."
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Word Game Points

Is OBLIGATIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, obligations is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OBLIGATIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is OBLIGATIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, obligations is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OBLIGATIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is OBLIGATIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obligations is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OBLIGATIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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