obey

The word “obey” has 2 syllables: o-bey

It's pronounced as /oʊˈbeɪ/


What is synonym and antonym for obey?

In the thesaurus, “obey” has 11 synonyms and 16 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for obey

  • accept
  • adhere to
  • carry out
  • comply
  • embrace
  • execute
  • follow
  • heed
  • live by
  • observe
  • surrender

Antonyms for obey

  • challenge
  • dare
  • decline
  • defy
  • deny
  • disobey
  • disregard
  • forget
  • ignore
  • lead
  • leave
  • miss
  • neglect
  • overlook
  • refuse
  • reject

Meanings of obey

  • verb
    1. To do as ordered by (a person, institution etc), to act according to the bidding of.
    2. To do as one is told.
    3. To be obedient, compliant (to a given law, restriction etc.).

Example Sentences

  • Students are expected to obey the school rules at all times.
  • The commanding officer ordered the soldiers to obey the direct orders.
  • It is essential for citizens to obey traffic laws for public safety.
  • The well-trained dog would always obey its owner's commands.
  • The principle of democracy is that everyone must obey the laws of the land.

On this page you'll find 27 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to obey, such as: accept, adhere to, carry out, challenge, comply, dare, decline.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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  • accept
  • acclimate
  • accommodate
  • accord
  • accustom
  • acquiesce
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  • allocate
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  • alter
  • arouse
  • assign
  • awaken
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  • better
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  • buy
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  • came to
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  • cave in
  • cede
  • comply
  • concur
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  • correct
  • cut
  • develop
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  • encourage
  • energize
  • enhance
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  • fit
  • frequent
  • gain
  • give
  • give in
  • give up
  • go along
  • gratify
  • grow
  • heal
  • help
  • hit
  • increase
  • inspect
  • invest
  • invigorate
  • let go
  • lift
  • modify
  • negotiate
  • obey
  • observe
  • overcome
  • owe
  • pass
  • permit
  • pick up
  • play
  • please
  • prepare
  • progress
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  • quit
  • raise
  • reactivate
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  • satisfy
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  • sign up
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  • stay at
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  • talk
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  • twist
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  • upgrade

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