obligate meaning and definition

OBLIGATE verb

Definition of obligate (verb)

1. force somebody to do something
   • "We compel all students to fill out this form"
   • synonyms: compel, oblige
2. commit in order to fulfill an obligation
   • "obligate money"
3. bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted
   • "He's held by a contract"; "I'll hold you by your promise"
   • synonyms: bind, hold, oblige

OBLIGATE adjective

Definition of obligate (adjective)

1. restricted to a particular condition of life
   • "an obligate anaerobe can survive only in the absence of oxygen"
   • antonym: facultative