obligatory

/əˈblɪɡ.ə.t(ə)ɹi/adj
High School
1

Imposing obligation, legally, morally, or otherwise; binding; mandatory.

2

Requiring a matter or obligation.

Thesaurus

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing