What is another word for devoir?

Pronunciation: [dɪvwˈɑː] (IPA)

Devoir is a French word that means an obligation or duty. In English, there are several synonyms that can be used instead of devoir such as responsibility, accountability, commitment, obligation, burden, task, and assignment. Each of these words has a slightly different connotation and can be used in different contexts. Responsibility implies being trustworthy and accountable for something, whereas obligation suggests a requirement that must be fulfilled. Burden can refer to a heavy load, while task or assignment may pertain to a specific job or project. Using these synonyms can enrich one's vocabulary and provide more variety in communication.

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What are the hypernyms for Devoir?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Devoir?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

Usage examples for Devoir

"I should be performing but half my devoir as a knight, if I were to quit you in the middle of the forest," said Don Luis; "a few hours' delay can be of slight consequence to me, and I may happily be of some further service to you."
"The Prime Minister"
W.H.G. Kingston
So the King gave to one and the other frist of counsel till after nones, and that then they should come before him for to do their devoir; and they came before the King at the term which he had given them.
"Old French Romances"
William Morris
The last words the Empress said to her son were, "Louis, fais ton devoir."
"In the Courts of Memory 1858-1875."
L. de Hegermann-Lindencrone

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