Dutiful Definition & Meaning

dutiful
adjective
  1. willingly obedient out of a sense of duty and respect; "a dutiful child"; "a dutiful citizen"; "Patient Griselda was a chaste and duteous wife"

"Dutiful" in song lyrics

See how dutiful is used in real songs:

  • "My darling, you are so beautiful and dutiful"
    Princess Superstar — The Mysterious Hanger

Usage tips for "dutiful"

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