impose vs oblige
oblige vs imposeimpose and oblige both are verbs.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| impose | No | No | Yes | No |
| oblige | No | No | Yes | No |
As verbs,
oblige is a hypernym of
impose; that is, oblige is a
word with a broader meaning than impose:
- impose: compel to behave in a certain way
- oblige: force somebody to do something
| impose (verb) | oblige (verb) |
|---|---|
| impose something unpleasant | bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted |
| impose and collect | provide a service or favor for someone |
| compel to behave in a certain way | force somebody to do something |
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