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The synonyms of “Ought” are: should, meant
Ought as a Verb
Definitions of "Ought" as a verb
According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “ought” as a verb can have the following definitions:
- Used to give or ask for advice.
- Used to indicate something that is probable.
- Used to indicate duty or correctness, typically when criticizing someone's actions.
- Used to indicate a desirable or expected state.
Synonyms of "Ought" as a verb (2 Words)
| meant | Have as a logical consequence. |
| should | Used to give advice. 348 m should be enough to buy him out. |
Usage Examples of "Ought" as a verb
- What ought I to do?
- They ought to respect the law.
- You ought to go.
- He ought to be able to take the initiative.
- Five minutes ought to be enough time.
- Thanks for your letter which I ought to have answered sooner.