Ought-to Definition

verb

(auxiliary) Indicating duty or obligation.

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(auxiliary) Indicating advisability or prudence.

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(auxiliary) Indicating desirability.

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(auxiliary) Indicating likelihood or probability.

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Synonyms:
  • is logical
  • is reasonable
  • is expedient
  • is becoming
  • is fitting
  • is necessary
  • requires
  • is natural
  • is responsible for
  • is in need of
  • have-to
  • behooves
  • should

Ought-to Sentence Examples

  • You ought to go out once in a while.

  • Then you ought to know better.

  • That ought to be a barrel of laughs!

  • In saying that all doctrines rank as " dogmas " during the Greek period, we ought to add a qualification.

  • It ought to be noted, however, that Matt.

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Words Starting With

OOUOUG

Words Ending With

OTO

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8 Letter Words8 Letter Words Starting With O8 Letter Words Ending With O