obediently (B2)
adverb
Pronunciation: /əʊˈbiːdiəntli/
Definition
In a way that shows willingness to follow rules, commands, or wishes; dutifully.
Examples
The children followed their parents obediently.
The soldier stood obediently at attention.
She obediently handed over the keys when asked.
How to Use obediently
- obediently follow (collocation)
- To do what someone tells you to do. — "The children obediently followed their mother into the house."
- obediently obey (collocation)
- To do what you are told to do by someone in authority. — "The soldier obediently obeyed the sergeant's orders."
- obediently listen (collocation)
- To pay attention to what someone is saying. — "The students obediently listened to the guest speaker."
- obediently perform (collocation)
- To do a task or duty as instructed. — "The robot obediently performed the programmed tasks."
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