Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
conform
verb
/kənˈfɔrm/
Definition
To comply with rules, standards, or laws; to behave according to socially accepted conventions.
Examples
- Many students feel pressure to conform to the expectations of their peers.
- It’s important to conform to the guidelines set forth by the organization.
- The children were taught to conform to the classroom rules.
Meaning
To adapt or adjust one’s behavior or thinking to match the expectations or norms of a group or society.
Synonyms
- Adapt
- Comply
- Obey
- Accord
- Follow
