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obediences

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plural of obedience

Synonyms & Antonyms of obediences

the following of a custom, rule, or law

expectations of strict obedience to the guidelines were soon dashed

Synonyms for obediences

abidances,
adherences,
compliances,
conformances,
conformities,
observances,
observations

Words Related to obediences

deferences,
honors,
regards,
respects

accessions,
acquiescences,
submissions,
surrenders

attendances,
attentions,
heeds,
notices

Near Antonyms for obediences

brush-offs,
disregards

delinquencies,
derelictions,
neglects

offenses
(or offences),
sins,
wrongs

challenges,
defiances,
rebellions

Antonyms for obediences

breaches,
contraventions,
infractions,
infringements,
nonobservances,
transgressions,
trespasses,
violations

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