ought Synonyms
ought Meaning
ought (n. & adv.)
See Aught.
ought (imp., p. p., or auxiliary)
Was or were under obligation to pay; owed.
Owned; possessed.
To be bound in duty or by moral obligation.
To be necessary, fit, becoming, or expedient; to behoove; -- in this sense formerly sometimes used impersonally or without a subject expressed.
ought ()
of Owe
ought Sentence Examples
- Students ought to study diligently for their exams to achieve success.
- Responsible citizens ought to recycle and conserve resources for a sustainable future.
- People ought to be honest and trustworthy in their dealings with others.
- Drivers ought to adhere to traffic rules and regulations for their own safety and the safety of others.
- Individuals ought to respect and consider the opinions and beliefs of others.
- Employers ought to provide fair wages and safe working conditions for their employees.
- Parents ought to nurture and provide guidance to their children for their well-being and development.
- In a democratic society, citizens ought to participate in political processes to make their voices heard.
- Governments ought to strive for equality and justice for all citizens.
- People ought to take responsibility for their actions and decisions, both personally and professionally.
FAQs About the word ought
See Aught., Was or were under obligation to pay; owed., Owned; possessed., To be bound in duty or by moral obligation., To be necessary, fit, becoming, or exped
shall,must, have (to), should,, need,will
No antonyms found.
Students ought to study diligently for their exams to achieve success.
Responsible citizens ought to recycle and conserve resources for a sustainable future.
People ought to be honest and trustworthy in their dealings with others.
Drivers ought to adhere to traffic rules and regulations for their own safety and the safety of others.
