mandatory

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mandatory

(adjective)

Meaning

required by law or rules

Example

"Wearing a seatbelt is mandatory in cars."

Synonyms

compulsoryimperativeobligatory

Antonyms

discretionaryoptionalvoluntary

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin mandatorius, meaning to command.
Related word forms
  • noun: mandate

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