# compliantly

**Pronunciation:** /kəmˈplaɪəntli/ · kum-PLY-unt-lee

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning

In a manner that shows a willingness to yield to the requests, wishes, or demands of others.

## Examples

- She accepted the sudden change in plans compliantly, not wanting to cause any friction.
- The software updates installed compliantly once the administrator granted the necessary permissions.
- He sat in the chair and waited compliantly while the doctor prepared the equipment.

## Synonyms

- meekly — Suggests a lack of spirit or excessive submissiveness.
- obediently — The most neutral and common term for following orders.
- submissively — Implies a complete surrender of one's own will.
- acquiescently — Implies accepting something reluctantly without protest.

## Antonyms

- defiantly — Openly resisting authority or orders.
- rebelliously — Actively fighting against established rules or control.

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