obliges
The word “obliges” has 2 syllables: o-bliges.
It's pronounced as /əˈblaɪdʒɪz/.
What is synonym and antonym for obliges?
In the thesaurus, “obliges” has 21 synonyms and 22 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for obliges along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for obliges
- accommodate
- accommodates
- appeases
- assists
- bind
- coerces
- compel
- compels
- constrain
- delights
- favors
- forces
- gratify
- helps
- impel
- indulges
- obligate
- obligates
- please
- pleases
- satisfies
Antonyms for obliges
- allows
- annoy
- bothers
- burdens
- constrains
- delay
- disappoints
- disturb
- disturbs
- encumbers
- fails
- free
- frustrate
- hinders
- inconveniences
- lets
- permits
- release
- restrains
- troubles
- upset
- weighs
Meanings of obliges
- verb
- To constrain someone by force or by social, moral or legal means.
- To do (someone) a service or favour (hence, originally, creating an obligation).
- To be indebted to someone.
Example Sentences
- Sarah's generosity often obliges her to lend a helping hand to those in need.
- The terms of the contract obliges the company to deliver the goods by the specified date.
- John's sense of duty obliges him to volunteer at the local shelter every weekend.
- The etiquette of the event obliges guests to RSVP by the stated deadline.
- The law obliges employers to provide a safe working environment for their employees.
On this page you'll find 43 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to obliges, such as: accommodate, accommodates, allows, annoy, appeases, assists, bind.
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