OUGHT: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for OUGHT?

Need another word that means the same as “ought”? Find 2 synonyms for “ought” in this overview.

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)

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.