CEFR B1

comply

verb

Meaning

To act according to a wish or command; to obey.

Examples

All citizens must comply with the law.
The software is designed to comply with industry standards.

Synonyms: obey, follow, adhere, conform

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comply (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /kəmˈplaɪ/

Definition

To act according to a wish or command; to obey.

Examples

All citizens must comply with the law.
The software is designed to comply with industry standards.
She refused to comply with the unreasonable demands.

How to Use comply

comply with (prepositional phrase): To obey or follow a rule, law, or request. — "The company must comply with environmental laws."

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