Obligated
/ˈɑːblɪɡeɪtɪd/adjective
When someone has a responsibility to do something.
I am obligated to complete the tasks by Monday
Often appears as...
- obligated to do something
- feel obligated
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Personal Responsibility
Used when you're required to do something as part of your role or duty.
As the manager, I am obligated to oversee the project.
Pro Tip 2/3Task Completion
Indicates a commitment or promise you need to fulfill, often by a deadline.
I am obligated to finish this report by Friday.
Pro Tip 3/3Involuntary Nature
The action might not be willingly performed; it's done out of necessity or requirement.
I am obligated to report any safety issues I encounter.
Compare with
boundcommitcompelconstrainforcemandatorilyobligerequire
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