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

  • (..) Yes. How long have you been in the palace, Daphne? Since l was three, my lord. Charming. l think we ought to get to know each other better, Daphne. Better, my lord? l can reward you well. My lord.... Daphne.... (..)
    1973 Westworld