English dictionary
dutiful
/'d/u/t/I/f/@/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Performing, or ready to perform, the duties required by one who has the right to claim submission, obedience, or deference; submissive to natural or legal superiors; obedient, as to parents or superiors; as, a <i>dutiful</i> son or daughter; a <i>dutiful</i> ward or servant; a <i>dutiful</i> subject.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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willingly obedient out of a sense of duty and respect
ExamplesA dutiful child.
A dutiful citizen.
Synonyms duteousSource: WordNet 3.0