Words · Common
obligation
/ˌɑbləˈɡeɪʃən/ · 10 letters · 8 distinct letters
- noun
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
we must instill a sense of duty in our children
- noun
the state of being obligated to do or pay something
he is under an obligation to finish the job
- noun
a personal relation in which one is indebted for a service or favor
- noun
a written promise to repay a debt
- noun
a legal agreement specifying a payment or action and the penalty for failure to comply