obedience
|o-be-di-ence|
B2
/əˈbiːdiəns/
following commands
Etymology
Etymology Information
'obedience' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'obedience', where 'ob-' meant 'toward' and 'audire' meant 'to hear'.
Historical Evolution
'obedience' changed from the Old French word 'obedience' and eventually became the modern English word 'obedience'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to hear or listen to authority', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'following commands or rules'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act or practice of following commands, rules, or instructions.
The dog's obedience to its owner was impressive.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35