Dictionary Check: obligation

"obligation" is a valid word!

Scrabble 13 points
Words with Friends 17 points

Definition

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:
noun

the state of being obligated to do or pay something

Example: "he is under an obligation to finish the job"
noun

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

Synonyms:
noun

a written promise to repay a debt

noun

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

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