Synonyms for

Obeying

Verb / əʊˈbeɪɪŋ / Another word for obeying — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Obeying means to follow someone's orders or rules.

Synonyms & similar words

disobey obey complying submitting yielding conforming heeding respecting listening following abiding adhering observing accepting fulfilling executing performing keeping accomplishing doing

Example sentences

  1. The dog was obeying its owner's commands.
  2. I was obeying the traffic laws while driving to school.
  3. The soldier was obeying orders from his captain.
  4. Obeying your parents is important.
  5. The students were obeying the teacher's directions during the class activity.

Quotes

  • The first duty of the sovereign is to govern well, and obeying him constitutes the second.
  • You cannot build character and courage by taking away people's initiative and independence. You cannot help people permanently by doing for them what they could and should do for themselves. Obeying the law is not enough.
  • Obeying the rules is always best. But sometimes, breaking the rules leads to discovery, unexpected surprises, and pioneering new paths.

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