Dictionary Check: obedience

"obedience" is a valid word!

Scrabble 14 points
Words with Friends 17 points

Definition

noun

the act of obeying; dutiful or submissive behavior with respect to another person

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noun

the trait of being willing to obey

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noun

behavior intended to please your parents

Example: "their children were never very strong on obedience"
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