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Obedience
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Meaning
Noun
●
The quality of being obedient.
●
The
collective
body of
persons
subject
to any particular authority.
●
A
written
instruction
from the
superior
of an order to those under him.
●
Any
official
position
under an abbot's jurisdiction.
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Origin
obedience
English
obedience
Anglo-Norman
obedience
Old French (842-ca. 1400)
oboedientia
Latin
Sourced from
Etym
Antonyms
Disobedience
Defiance
Rebellion
Violation
Control
Dominance
Related
Subservience
Adherence
Conformity
Servitude
Devotion
Faithfulness
Subordination
Acquiescence
Loyalty
Deference
Fealty
Righteousness
Allegiance
Compliance
Respect
Discipline
Morality
Faith
Commitment
Benevolence
Honesty
Submissiveness
Selflessness
Humility
Kindness
Acceptance
Virtue
Justice
Repentance
Punishment
Compassion
Salvation
Obeisance
Dedication
Courage
Religion
Holiness
Wisdom
Love
Piety
Reverence
Authority
Chastity
Forgiveness
Dutifulness
Coercion
Altruism
Accountability
Modesty
Restraint
Affection
Leadership
Conscience
Filial Piety
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