Oblige and Obstruct

Oblige

Oblige verb - To do a service or favor for.
Usage example: I would appreciate it greatly if you could oblige me by bringing a dessert to the party

Obstruct is an antonym for oblige in do a favor or kindness topic.

Obstruct

Obstruct verb - To create difficulty for the work or activity of.

Oblige is an antonym for obstruct.

Common collocations

way oblige way obstruct way
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