Synonyms for Obedience & Similar Words

Definition of obedience

noun
  1. the act of obeying; dutiful or submissive behavior with respect to another person
  2. the trait of being willing to obey
  3. behavior intended to please your parents; "their children were never very strong on obedience"; "he went to law school out of respect for his father's wishes"

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Writing tips for "obedience"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like respect can replace "obedience" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

"Obedience" in song lyrics

See how obedience is used in real songs:

  • "Typically sick, little simple civil obedience"
    Sage Francis — Civil Disobedience
  • "dog obedience"
    AOL — AOL
  • "child obedience"
    AOL — AOL

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