ought

Definition

  • noun: moral obligation
  • archaic variant of 'aught'
  • used to indicate what is expected
  • synonyms: possess, owe, duty

Examples

  • It 'ought not' ('to') make any difference. [=(more commonly) it shouldn't make any difference]

  • Children 'ought not' [='should not'] run near the pool.

  • If my math is correct, the result 'ought to' be zero.

Movie quotes

  • (..) Boop. And good night, poppy. Don't even think about it. really? Seriously? More singing? Yes, seriously! Singing helps me relax. Maybe you ought to try it. I don't sing, and I don't relax. This is the way I am, and I like it. I also like a little silence. hello. may I? (..)
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