Obedience
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ə(ʊ)ˈbiːdɪəns/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Obedience is a noun meaning The quality of being obedient.
Meaning
The quality of being obedient.
More Meanings
- The collective body of persons subject to any particular authority.
- A written instruction from the superior of an order to those under him.
- Any official position under an abbot's jurisdiction.
Example Sentences
Obedience is essential in any army.
February 24, 1823, Thomas Jefferson, letter to Mr. Edward Everett Resistance to tyrants is obedience to God.
Cautioning Nobs to silence, and he had learned many lessons in the value of obedience since we had entered Caspak, I slunk forward, taking advantage of whatever cover I could find.
Word Forms
- obediences
Synonyms for obedience
Depending on context, synonyms include submission, hearsomeness, respect.
Antonyms for obedience
Common opposites include disobedience, defiance, rebellion, violation, control, dominance.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include respect, obey, compliance, allegiance, submission, obeisance.
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