English adverb: obligatorily | |||
1. | obligatorily in an obligatory manner | ||
Samples | This rule applies obligatorily. | ||
Antonyms | optionally | ||
2. | obligatorily in a manner that cannot be evaded | ||
Samples | The ministry considers that contributions to such a fund should be met from voluntary donations rather than from rates compulsorily levied.. | ||
Synonyms | compulsorily, mandatorily | ||