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OBLIGATORILY

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

In a manner that cannot be evaded

Example:

the ministry considers that contributions to such a fund should be met from voluntary donations rather than from rates compulsorily levied.

Synonyms:

compulsorily; mandatorily; obligatorily

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

obligatory (morally or legally constraining or binding)

Sense 2

Meaning:

In an obligatory manner

Example:

this rule applies obligatorily

Classified under:

Adverbs

Antonym:

optionally (in an optional manner)

Pertainym:

obligatory (morally or legally constraining or binding)

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