obligation
noun B2
Plain meaning
something you must do because of a rule or duty
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss something you must do because of a rule or duty in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe article discussed obligation during the meeting.
examThe passage suggests that legal obligation can shape long-term policy or social outcomes.
Common collocations
legal obligationmoral obligationmeet an obligation
Watch out
Do not use a weak verb before this word. Learn the whole word partnership, e.g., “legal obligation”.