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- [uh-blahyj]
- /əˈblaɪdʒ/
- /əˈblaɪdʒ/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [uh-blahyj]
- /əˈblaɪdʒ/
Definitions of obliges word
- verb with object obliges to require or constrain, as by law, command, conscience, or force of necessity. 1
- verb with object obliges to bind morally or legally, as by a promise or contract. 1
- verb with object obliges to place under a debt of gratitude for some benefit, favor, or service: I'm much obliged for the ride. 1
- verb with object obliges to put (one) in a debt of gratitude, as by a favor or accommodation: Mr. Weems will oblige us with a song. 1
- verb with object obliges to make (an action, policy, etc.) necessary or obligatory: Your carelessness obliges firmness on my part. 1
- verb without object obliges to be kindly accommodating: I'll do anything within reason to oblige. 1
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Origin of obliges
First appearance:
before 1250 One of the 11% oldest English words
1250-1300; Middle English obligen < Old French obligier < Latin obligāre to bind. See obligate
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Parts of speech for Obliges
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
obliges popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 86% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
obliges usage trend in Literature
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general obliges
- compels — Force or oblige (someone) to do something.
Top questions with obliges
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