complying with (B1)

verb phrase

Pronunciation: kəmˈplaɪɪŋ wɪð

Definition

Acting in accordance with a wish, command, or rule.

Examples

• All citizens must start complying with the new traffic laws.

• The company is struggling to comply with the environmental regulations.

• He refused to comply with the court's order.

How to Use complying with

comply with (prepositional phrase)

To act according to a rule, law, or request. — "You must comply with the terms of the contract."

comply (verb)

To act according to a rule, law, or request. — "The software must comply with industry standards."

Synonyms of complying with

Words with a similar meaning to complying with:

• obey
• follow
• adhere to
• abide by

Antonyms of complying with

Words with the opposite meaning to complying with:

• disobey
• violate

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