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Synonyms & Antonyms of obey
to act according to the commands of
- she taught her dog to obey her when she said "Sit!"
- most people obey the law and wear their seat belts
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- deride,
- flout,
- mock,
- scoff (at),
- scorn
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The first known use of obey was in the 14th century
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