This is the 11446th most frequent Portuguese word.
obedeceu
"Obedeceu" means "obeyed."
The word 'obedeceu' is used in its literal sense, indicating that João complied with directives or rules.
João obedeceu às regras da escola.
João obeyed the school rules.
Here, 'obedeceu' conveys the act of adhering to instructions given by an authority figure.
Ela obedeceu prontamente às instruções do chefe durante a reunião.
She promptly obeyed the boss's instructions during the meeting.
In this context, 'obedeceu' means following a set course of action or plan faithfully.