obeys
/oʊˈbeɪz/
VERB
1. Following orders or commands
To do as ordered by a person or institution, or to act according to their bidding.
1.1. Complying with commands and instructions
Carrying out orders, commands, or requests given by someone in authority.
Synonyms
- complies
- follows
- heeds
- carries out
- executes
- accedes
- acquiesces
- submits
- falls in with
- takes orders
- does as one says
- does what one is told
Antonyms
- disobeys
- defies
- resists
- rebels
- refuses
- opposes
- challenges
- disregards
- ignores
- flouts
Examples
- The well-trained dog always obeys its owner's commands.
- A loyal servant faithfully obeys the wishes of their master.
- The automated system reliably obeys the programmed instructions.
Related Words
- obedience
- compliance
- submission
- deference
- authority
- discipline
- acquiescence
- conformity
- loyalty
- adherence
1.2. Observing laws and regulations
Acting in accordance with established laws, rules, restrictions, or formal requirements.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- breaches
- breaks
- violates
- infringes
- transgresses
- flouts
- disregards
- contravenes
Examples
- In a disciplined household, everyone willingly obeys the established rules.
- The dedicated team smoothly operates when each member consistently obeys the project guidelines.
Related Words
- laws
- regulations
- restrictions
- rules
- requirements
- adherence
- observance
- compliance
- legal obligations
1.3. Doing as one is told
Following directions or instructions given by another person without acting contrary to what is requested.
Synonyms
- heeds
- minds
- attends to
- follows
- does what is expected
- acts upon instructions
Antonyms
- ignores
- dismisses
- disregards
- refuses
- resists
- tunes out
Examples
- The well-trained dog always obeys its owner's commands.
- The automated system reliably obeys the programmed instructions.
Related Words
- hearing
- noticing
- paying attention
- listening
- taking note
- following instructions
- awareness