obligated
🇬🇧 UK/ˈɒblɪgeɪtɪd/🇺🇸 US
TOEFLC2
Definitions
adj.
Required by law, duty, or moral conscience to do something; bound by an obligation.
有义务的,有责任的
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedobagainst, toward, in the way of
+
atto make, having
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edpast tense / completed
=obligated
Example Sentences
- 1.
As the manager, he felt obligated to address the concerns raised by employees.
- 2.
You are legally obligated to pay your taxes on time every year.