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thrust vs oblige

oblige vs thrust

thrust is a noun but oblige is not a noun.

thrust and oblige both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
thrust Yes No Yes No
oblige No No Yes No
As verbs, oblige is a hypernym of thrust; that is, oblige is a word with a broader meaning than thrust:
  • thrust: impose urgently, importunately, or inexorably
  • oblige: force somebody to do something
Other hypernyms of thrust include compel, obligate.
thrust (noun) oblige (noun)
the act of applying force to propel something
a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument
a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)
verbal criticism
the force used in pushing
thrust (verb) oblige (verb)
impose urgently, importunately, or inexorably bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted
penetrate or cut through with a sharp instrument provide a service or favor for someone
place or put with great energy force somebody to do something
push forcefully
make a thrusting forward movement
press or force
push violently in a specified direction
force (molten rock) into pre-existing rock
Difference between thrust and oblige

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