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- pronunciation:
- a
blih
geI
shn
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
the act of binding oneself legally or morally to do or to refrain from doing something; contract.
- synonyms:
- agreement, commitment, contract
- similar words:
- bond, compact, covenant, debt, deed, oath, pact, pledge, promise
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definition 2: |
the condition of being so bound; duty.
- synonyms:
- commitment, duty, indebtedness
- similar words:
- charge, liability, responsibility, trust
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definition 3: |
that which one is bound to do or to refrain from doing.
- synonyms:
- charge, duty, responsibility
- similar words:
- burden, care, debt, liabilities, need, office, onus, part
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definition 4: |
a favor or service for which one owes gratitude.
- synonyms:
- debt
- similar words:
- courtesy, favor, help
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definition 5: |
the gratitude owed by one who has received a favor or service.
- synonyms:
- gratefulness, gratitude
- similar words:
- debt, due
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related words: |
accommodation, arrears, business, chore, duty, essential, imperative, job, load, necessary, necessity, need, place, task, vow |
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