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    Obéissait (en. Obeyed)

    [obey-sait]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To comply with an order, a will, or a rule.
    He obeyed his superior's instructions.
    Il obéissait aux instructions de son supérieur.
    To respond to a requirement, a request, or a wish.
    She always obeyed her parents' expectations.
    Elle obéissait toujours aux attentes de ses parents.
    To act in accordance with what is asked.
    The children obeyed the house rules.
    Les enfants obéissaient aux règles de la maison.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'obaudire', which means to listen attentively.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to obey like a dog
    To obey in a perfectly docile manner.
    obéir au doigt et à l'œil

    Related Words

    obedience
    The act of obeying.
    obéissance
    obedient
    One who obeys easily.
    obéissant

    Slang Meanings

    To obey like a dog.
    He always obeys his boss like a dog.
    Il obéit toujours comme un chien à son patron.
    To be a yes-man.
    He's a real yes-man, he obeys without ever arguing.
    C'est un vrai yes-man, il obéit sans jamais discuter.