Obligation

Legal or moral duty.

duty commitment responsibility

Obligation is a legal or moral duty to do something. It can also refer to a formal agreement or promise.

/ˌɒblɪˈɡeɪʃən/

From Latin obligatio, from ob- 'on' + ligare 'to bind'.

An obligation is like a promise you make or a rule you have to follow, whether it's about being fair to others or following the law.

What is an obligation? A legal or moral duty to do something
What happens if you don't fulfill an obligation? Consequences can range from fines to legal action
Are obligations always written down? No, some are based on moral principles or social expectations

requirement necessity binding

freedom choice

duty responsibility

contract promise debt

law ethics

legal concept moral concept