- bound by duty, ethics, or politeness:You can bring something to share at the picnic, but please don't feel obliged.
- forced by law, regulation, or necessity:All students are obliged to participate in an internship program.
- appreciative or grateful:If you could shed some light on this mystery, I'd be obliged.
- the simple past tense and past participle of oblige.
- thank you (very much):Much obliged for your efforts!
