Obligation

noun

,ɑblə'ɡəʃən

Noun

the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
“every right implies a responsibility; every opportunity, an obligation; every possession, a duty”
Similar:Duty Responsibility
the state of being obligated to do or pay something
“he is under an obligation to finish the job”
Type of:State
a personal relation in which one is indebted for a service or favor
Similar:Indebtedness
a written promise to repay a debt
Type of:Document
a legal agreement specifying a payment or action and the penalty for failure to comply