obliged

[əˈblaɪdʒd]

obliged Definition

  • 1under an obligation to do something
  • 2do as (someone) asks or desires in order to help or please them

Using obliged: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "obliged" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I am obliged to attend the meeting.

  • Example

    He obliged her by opening the door.

  • Example

    She felt obliged to help him.

  • Example

    He was obliged to leave early.

obliged Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for obliged

Phrases with obliged

  • a polite way of saying thank you

    Example

    Much obliged for your help.

  • be required or forced to do something

    Example

    I am obliged to report this incident to my supervisor.

  • feel that one must do something

    Example

    I feel obliged to apologize for my mistake.

Origins of obliged

from Old French 'obliger', meaning 'to bind'

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Summary: obliged in Brief

The term 'obliged' [əˈblaɪdʒd] refers to being under an obligation to do something or doing as someone asks or desires to help or please them. It is often used in formal contexts, such as 'I am obliged to attend the meeting,' and can also be used in phrases like 'much obliged,' which is a polite way of saying thank you.