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   obligatory

   /əˈblɪɡət(ə)ri/

   adjective

   • 1. required by a legal, moral, or other rule; compulsory: "use of seat belts in cars is now obligatory" Similar compulsorymandatoryprescribedrequireddemandedstatutoryenforcedbindingincumbentrequisitenecessaryimperativeunavoidableinescapableessentialOpposite voluntaryoptional
   • ▪ (of a ruling) having binding force: "a sovereign whose laws are obligatory"
   • ▪ so customary or fashionable as to be expected of everyone or on every occasion: "it was a quiet little street with the obligatory pub at the end" Similar customarytraditionalusualaccustomedroutinefamiliarregularhabitualde rigueurliterary:wonted

   Word Origin late Middle English: from late Latin obligatorius, from Latin obligat- ‘obliged’, from the verb obligare (see oblige).

   Derivatives

   • 1. obligatorily adverb

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2. twominenglish.com › obliged-vs-obligatedObliged vs Obligated: What’s the Difference Between the Two?

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   Mar 28, 2024 · Understanding the Basics: ‘Obliged’ and ‘Obligated’ Defined. To comprehend the Basics of obliged vs. obligated, it is essential to define obliged and define obligated within different contexts. While both terms relate to expectation or compulsion, how they are utilized may vary.

3. www.askdifference.com › obligatory-vs-mandatoryObligatory vs. Mandatory — What’s the Difference?

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   Mar 1, 2024 · Obligatory and mandatory both imply a requirement, but obligatory often connotes something imposed by custom or practice, while mandatory is enforced by law or authority.

4. www.mylawquestions.com › what-is-a-moral-obligationWhat is a Moral Obligation? (with pictures) - MyLawQuestions

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   May 16, 2024 · A moral obligation is a duty or responsibility someone feels honor-bound to perform because of personal beliefs and values. This concept is explored in fields like philosophy, ethics, and psychology, where people are interested in the origins of human behavior and the roots of the decision-making process.

5. uk.indeed.com › career-advice › career-developmentDuties and responsibilities: definitions and differences - Indeed

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   Jul 1, 2024 · In the workplace, it's an obligatory task or conduct that emerges out of an employee's occupation or role at the company. In other words, it defines the necessity to perform certain tasks that are a part of a job.

6. www.askdifference.com › facultative-vs-obligateFacultative vs. Obligate — What’s the Difference?

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   Sep 25, 2023 · Key Differences. Facultative is an adjective used to describe organisms, behaviors, or processes that have the flexibility to operate under different conditions. For example, facultative anaerobes are microorganisms that can live in both oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor environments.

7. www.psychologytoday.com › intl › blogPermissive vs. Obligatory Terms in Law and Ethics

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   Aug 11, 2024 · In this post, let’s explore how different words are used to indicate whether behavioral guidelines are permissive, conditional, or obligatory. Allowed, Prohibited, Preferred, or Required

8. www.askdifference.com › statutory-vs-mandatoryStatutory vs. Mandatory — What’s the Difference?

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   Mar 8, 2024 · Statutory refers to laws enacted by a legislative body, while mandatory means required or obligatory, not necessarily by law.

9. www.mom.gov.sg › workplace-safety-and-health › work-injuryWhat is the Work Injury Compensation Act (WICA) - Ministry of...

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   Mar 14, 2024 · The Work Injury Compensation Act (WICA) lets employees make claims for work-related injuries or diseases without having to file a civil suit under common law. It is a low-cost and quicker alternative to common law for settling compensation claims. You can claim under WICA if you were injured in a work accident or suffered a disease due to work.

10. myselfexploration.org › the-academic-glossary › obligatoryObligatory – meaning, definition, etymology, examples and more —...

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    Jul 4, 2024 · Confused by "obligatory"? Dive deep into the word's etymology & discover its fascinating journey from Latin to modern English!

11. www.smartdefine.org › obligatoryObligatory Meaning

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    Apr 28, 2024 · Obligatory Meaning & Definitions. Quickly Find Out What Does OBLIGATORY Mean. Provided by Smart Define Dictionary.