If something is obligatory, you must do it because of a rule or law, etc.: The medical examination before you start work is obligatory. [ + to infinitive ] The statute made it obligatory for all healthy males between 14 and 60 to work. C2 expected because it usually happens:

Examples of Obligatory in a sentence As part of my obligatory court sentence, I must complete sixty hours of community service. New hires must attend the obligatory orientation session. Because Ray is an awesome host, he never fails to perform the obligatory duties like greeting each guest and keeping glasses full.

Examples of obligatory in a Sentence The training is obligatory for all personnel. This action movie includes the obligatory chase scenes. Recent Examples on the Web Virgo August 23 – September 22 Going on a big adventure might now seem obligatory.

Example sentences with Obligatory Affiliation can be either obligatory or optional All required fields are obligatory response All women of childbearing age undergo obligatory screening adjective An obligatory contribution