noun (archaic) as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:You ought to finish your homework before watching TV.

Definition:Used to express moral obligation or what is right or advisable to do.

From ought

Example:You ought to buy health insurance for your family.

Definition:Used to express a strong recommendation or indication of something that should be done.

From ought to

Example:You ought not to make such a decision without consulting anyone.

Definition:Used to express a negative recommendation or indication of something that should not be done.

From ought not