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OBLIGATORY

(adj., adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Obligatory.

How to pronounce obligatory:

UK

Obligatory - as an adjective

Morally or legally constraining or binding

Example: "Attendance is obligatory"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
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Obligatory - as an adjective satellite

Required by obligation or compulsion or convention

Example: "He made all the obligatory apologies"

Example Sentences

"Wearing a seatbelt is obligatory while driving."
"Attending Sunday church service is obligatory for Catholics."
"Arriving on time to meetings is obligatory in this company."
"The dress code for the event is black tie, so wearing a tuxedo is obligatory."
"Completing this training course is obligatory before starting the job."
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Word Game Points

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

OBLIGATORY has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

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

Is OBLIGATORY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obligatory is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OBLIGATORY has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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