Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to feel obliged to do
Phrase
/tə fiːl əˈblaɪdʒd tə du/
Definition
To feel a strong sense of duty or responsibility to perform a task or action.
Examples
- She felt obliged to help her friend move, even though she had other plans.
- He felt obliged to attend the meeting out of respect for his colleagues.
- Many volunteers feel obliged to contribute to their community.
Meaning
The phrase ‘to feel obliged to do’ implies that someone feels compelled to act due to moral or social reasons, even if they may not want to do it.
Synonyms
- Compelled to do
- Bound to
- Required to
- Obligated to
