Oblige Definition & Meaning
oblige
- verb
- force somebody to do something; "We compel all students to fill out this form"
- bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted; "He's held by a contract"; "I'll hold you by your promise"
- provide a service or favor for someone; "We had to oblige him"
"Oblige" in song lyrics
See how oblige is used in real songs:
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"But if you ask me for the time I would oblige"
Desdamona — Mellow Blue -
"I ain't looking for no beef but I will oblige"
DM & Jemini — Ghetto Pop Life -
"Generated through his verses, makin me oblige"
(Illogic f/) Lioness — Lioness
Words that rhyme with oblige
Usage tips for "oblige"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "oblige" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for oblige to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does oblige mean?
- force somebody to do something; "We compel all students to fill out this form" bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted; "He's held by a contract"; "I'll hold you by your promise" provide a service or favor for someone; "We had to oblige him"
- What part of speech is oblige?
- Oblige is a verb.
- How many definitions does oblige have?
- Oblige has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).