obligatorily
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Definition
Adverb 1. In a manner that is required or mandatory; as a necessary duty or condition. Indicates that something must be done, is compulsory, or is an unavoidable consequence. 2. In a manner that is expected or customary due to social or moral pressure. Suggests an action is performed out of a sense of obligation or convention.
Usage
The adverb "obligatorily" modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to describe an action or state that is compulsory, mandatory, or done out of necessity. * It often appears in formal, legal, or official contexts. * It can describe actions dictated by rules, laws, or strict requirements. * It can also describe actions performed out of social duty or expectation.
Examples
- Modifying a verb: "All attendees must obligatorily wear identification badges within the secure facility."
- Modifying a past participle (adjective): "The contract was obligatorily signed by both parties before the transfer of funds."
- In a formal rule: "The application form must be obligatorily accompanied by two letters of recommendation."
- Describing a social expectation: "He obligatorily thanked the host, though he had not enjoyed the party."
Advanced Usage
- In legal or regulatory texts: Used to state unconditional requirements. "The manufacturer is obligatorily liable for defects in materials."
- Logical or natural consequence: Can imply an inevitable or necessary result. "An increase in demand obligatorily leads to higher prices in a free market."
Variants and Related Words
- Obligatory (adjective): Required by a rule, law, or custom; mandatory.
- Obligation (noun): A duty or commitment.
- Oblige (verb): To make (someone) legally or morally bound; to do as a favor.
Synonyms
- Compulsorily: In a way that must be done because of a rule or law.
- Mandatorily: As a command or official requirement.
- Necessarily: As a necessary result; inevitably.
- Imperatively: Of vital importance; absolutely necessary.
Antonyms
- Voluntarily: Done, given, or acting of one's own free will.
- Optionally: Available to be chosen but not obligatory.
- Facultatively: Done by choice; not compulsory.
Adverb
- in a manner that cannot be evaded
- the ministry considers that contributions to such a fund should be met from voluntary donations rather than from rates compulsorily levied.
- in an obligatory manner
- this rule applies obligatorily