obedient

The word “obedient” has 4 syllables: o-be-di-ent

It's pronounced as /əˈbiːdiənt/

What is synonym and antonym for obedient?

In the thesaurus, “obedient” has 19 synonyms and 31 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for obedient along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for obedient

amenable
attentive
biddable
compliant
conformable
deferential
devoted
docile
dutiful
faithful
gentle
law-abiding
loyal
meek
respectful
restrained
submissive
subservient
tractable

Antonyms for obedient

balky
contrary
contumacious
defiant
disloyal
disobedient
headstrong
inconsiderate
inconstant
insubordinate
insurgent
intractable
mutinous
neglectful
noncompliant
obstinate
obstreperous
rebel
rebellious
recalcitrant
refractory
restive
stubborn
unfaithful
ungovernable
unruly
untoward
unyielding
wayward
wilful
willful

Meanings of obedient

noun
1. One who obeys.
adjective
1. Willing to comply with the commands, orders, or instructions of those in authority.

Example Sentences

The well-trained dog proved to be remarkably obedient in following commands.
In the classroom, the students were praised for being attentive and obedient during the lesson.
The disciplined soldier remained obedient to orders, executing each command with precision.
A toddler's giggles filled the room as she played with her obedient toy robot.
The loyal assistant was consistently obedient to the manager's directives, ensuring smooth operations.

On this page you'll find 50 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to obedient, such as: amenable, attentive, balky, biddable, compliant, conformable, contrary.

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