English dictionary
obligatory
/@/'bl/I/g/@/,t/oU/r/i/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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morally or legally constraining or binding
ExamplesAttendance is obligatory.
An obligatory contribution.
Antonyms optionalSource: WordNet 3.0
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Binding in law or conscience; imposing duty or obligation; requiring performance or forbearance of some act; -- often followed by <i>on</i> or <i>upon</i>; as, obedience is <i>obligatory</i> on a soldier.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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required by obligation or compulsion or convention
ExamplesHe made all the obligatory apologies.
Source: WordNet 3.0