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conform

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /kənˈfɔːrm/ · UK /kənˈfɔːm/

Forms: conforming

conform means: To behave or change so that you match what other people expect or usually do.

verb

FIT INB2

To behave or change so that you match what other people expect or usually do.

  • He felt pressure to conform.
  • She changed her clothes to conform to local customs.
  • Why should everyone conform to the same way of thinking?

How to use it: conform to something (She refused to conform to traditional expectations.)

Similar words: fit in, adapt

Opposites: rebel

Common phrases: conform to expectations, pressure to conform, refuse to conform, conform to something

MEET REQUIREMENTSB2

To meet the rules, standards, or conditions that are required.

  • The product must conform to safety rules.
  • These buildings conform to current regulations.
  • Does the software conform to our specifications?

How to use it: conform to something (All equipment must conform to safety standards.); conform with something (The design conforms with current building regulations.)

Similar words: comply, meet requirements

Common phrases: conform to standards, conform to regulations, conform with requirements

Questions about conform

What does conform mean?

To behave or change so that you match what other people expect or usually do.

What is conform in other languages?

Türkçe: uyum sağlamak · Español: adaptarse · Français: se conformer · Deutsch: sich anpassen · Italiano: conformarsi · 日本語: 同調する

How do you pronounce conform?

In American English /kənˈfɔːrm/; in British English /kənˈfɔːm/.

How do you use conform in a sentence?

He felt pressure to conform. She changed her clothes to conform to local customs.

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