Conform (Verb)
Meaning 1
Adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions; "We must adjust to the bad economic situation".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- You have to conform to the dress code to enter the event.
- Companies must conform to strict environmental regulations to avoid fines.
- The expatriate family had to conform to local customs to fit in.
- New recruits at the military academy had to conform to the strict rules and discipline.
- The new employee had a difficult time trying to conform to the strict office hierarchy.
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Meaning 2
Be similar, be in line with.
Classification
Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.
Examples
- The new policy will conform to the highest standards of safety and security in the industry.
- The company's manufacturing process must conform to international environmental regulations to avoid penalties.
- The architect designed the building to conform to the style of the surrounding neighborhood.
- Her behavior conforms to the expectations of her role within the organization.
- The products sold in the store conform to the quality standards required by the government agency.