conforming (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /kənˈfɔːrmɪŋ/

Definition

Acting in accordance with a set of rules, standards, or customs.

Examples

• The students were praised for conforming to the school's behavioral expectations.

• Many artists struggle with conforming to traditional artistic norms.

• It's important for businesses to be seen as conforming to environmental regulations.

How to Use conforming

conform to (prepositional phrase)

To follow or obey a rule, standard, or custom. — "All employees must be conforming to the company's code of conduct."

conform with (prepositional phrase)

To be in agreement or harmony with. — "The design must conform with the architect's original plans."

Synonyms of conforming

Words with a similar meaning to conforming:

• complying
• adapting
• assimilating
• acquiescing

Antonyms of conforming

Words with the opposite meaning to conforming:

• rebelling
• deviating
• nonconforming

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