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/tʃiːf ɒblɪˈgeɪʃən/ · chief.ob.li.ga.tion
noun
  1. A primary duty or responsibility. Her chief obligation as a volunteer was to coordinate the charity event.
  2. A principal responsibility or commitment. His chief obligation as a team leader was to ensure the project was completed on time.
Did you know? The phrase 'chief obligation' is often used in formal or professional contexts to emphasize the importance of a particular duty or responsibility.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 22, 2026