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compel vs obligate

obligate vs compel

compel is not an adjective while obligate is an adjective.

compel and obligate both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
compel No No Yes No
obligate No Yes Yes No
As verbs, compel and obligate are synonyms defined as:
  • compel and obligate: force somebody to do something
Other synonyms of compel include oblige.
compel (adjective) obligate (adjective)
restricted to a particular condition of life
compel (verb) obligate (verb)
force somebody to do something bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted
necessitate or exact commit in order to fulfill an obligation
force somebody to do something
Difference between compel and obligate

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