Borrowed from Latin obtemperare, “to comply”, built from ob- and temperare, “to moderate”.
Borrowed from Latin obtemperare, “to comply”, built from ob- and temperare, “to moderate”.
What does obtempérer mean?
To comply with an order or authoritative demand.
Does obtempérer take à?
Yes, one obtempère à an order or instruction.
What is a refus d'obtempérer?
A refusal to comply with an order, often a police order to stop.
What is the present form for je?
J'obtempère.
Is obtempérer formal?
Yes, it is common in legal and administrative contexts.