Synonyms for

Oblige

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

Definition

to do something as a favor or kindness for someone; to be obliged

Synonyms & similar words

bind accommodate disoblige hold compel obligate accommodate help assist serve gratify indulge satisfy comply yield conform adapt obey follow fulfill meet answer correspond suit fit match

Example sentences

  1. I will oblige my sister by sharing my toys with her.
  2. The store clerk was happy to oblige the customer by finding the right size.
  3. The teacher asked the student to oblige and share their snack with the class.
  4. The actor was happy to oblige the fans by taking a photo with them.
  5. The neighbor was kind enough to oblige by watering the plants while we were away.

Quotes

  • Friendship consists in forgetting what one gives and remembering what one receives.
  • No one has ever become poor by giving.
  • We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.

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