DEVOIR Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

devoir

noun

də-ˈvwär

Definition of devoir

as in duty

something one must do because of prior agreement patient confidentiality has long been an integral part of a physician's professional devoir

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Noun

The ritual is one of the most somber duties of a commander-in-chief.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 July 2026
There have been summers when Manchester United players needed special attention from the club’s staff and fans after returning from England duty.

— Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 21 July 2026

Definition of duty

Noun

Therapists also suggest talking honestly about debt, credit and any financial obligations one partner is bringing into the relationship, so nothing surprises the other person after the boxes are unpacked.

— Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 29 July 2026
There is, however, an obligation that comes with that position.

— Murthy Maddali, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of obligation

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His responsibilities included opening the facility, watching the children and handling most of the technology at the daycare, including the camera system.

— Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 31 July 2026
These are essential for executives to perform optimally when heavier responsibilities inevitably arrive, much like reinforcing a bridge before any cracks appear.

— Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of responsibility

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This regulatory push stems from AI becoming a public concern, declining trust, escalating cyber risks, IPO demands, and the US's need to establish its leadership position.

— Paulo Carvão, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
In mid-July, the president’s son and influential adviser, Youssef Pezeshkian, posted a series of messages about the need to balance realistic military aims with a weak economy.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026

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