Meaning
That which one is morally or legally obligated to do.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From Middle English duete, from Middle English dewe + Middle English -te. Equivalent to due + -ty.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
obligationexcise dutyresponsibilitytariffadmirationadorationallegianceapotheosisappreciationapprobation
Antonyms
duty-freeright
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2019, 2020.