Definitions

1. verb

used to express obligation or duty; be proper or reasonable to do something

“You should call your mother more often.”

2. auxiliary verb

used to express possibility or necessity in the past, often in combination with have or be

“I should have studied harder for the exam.”

3. adverb

used to indicate something that is proper or suitable

“This cake should be served warm.”

4. auxiliary verb

used to express possibility or necessity in the past, often in combination with have or be

“She should be arriving soon.”

5. noun

a person’s or thing’s proper or suitable nature

“Her true self should shine through in that interview.”

6. adverb

used to indicate something that is proper or suitable

“The play should go on as scheduled.”