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."

Synonyms of obediently

Words with a similar meaning to obediently:

• dutifully
• compliantly
• submissively
• tractably

Antonyms of obediently

Words with the opposite meaning to obediently:

• disobediently
• rebelliously
• willfully

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