Word of the day – Oblige

Oblige – Word of the Day for IELTS Speaking & Writing

Oblige (Verb) /əˈblɑɪdʒ/

Meaning: To force somebody to do something | To do a service or favor for | To make indebted or grateful 

Synonym: Compel, force, bind

Collocation:

• To oblige somebody to do something
• be delighted to, be glad to, be (only too) happy to + oblige
• duly/kindly oblige

Example: 

For IELTS Writing:

• Parents are obliged by law to send their children to school.

For IELTS Speaking:

• Kate was obliged to read the book.
•  I am obliged to you for your gracious hospitality