obligation
Word Type: Noun
Definition
A duty or responsibility to do something, often because of legal, moral, or social reasons.
Example
- “She felt an obligation to help her friend move into the new apartment.”
- “As a citizen, it is our obligation to vote in elections.”
- “The company has an obligation to ensure the safety of its employees.”
- “He was under no obligation to attend the meeting, but he decided to go.”
- “Parents have an obligation to provide for their children’s needs.”