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obeys Meaning & Definition

What Does Obeys Mean?

As a verb, obeys means third-person singular simple present indicative of obey.

Obeys: Key Facts

Part of speechverb
Synonymshearken
Antonymsdefy, disobey and rebel

Obeys Definition (Verb)

  1. third-person singular simple present indicative of obey

Verb

  1. To do as ordered by (a person, institution etc), to act according to the bidding of.
  2. To do as one is told.
  3. To be obedient, compliant (to a given law, restriction etc.).

Synonyms of Obeys

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Antonyms of Obeys

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Obeys: Your Questions Answered

What part of speech is obeys?

Obeys is a verb.

What is another word for obeys?

Words with a similar meaning to obeys include hearken. See the full list of obeys synonyms and antonyms.

What is the opposite of obeys?

The opposite of obeys can be expressed with words like defy, disobey, rebel and resist.

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