Conform To (Verb)
Meaning 1
Observe; "conform to the rules".
Classification
Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.
Examples
- The company must conform to the laws and regulations that govern its industry to avoid any potential lawsuits.
- All employees are expected to conform to the dress code policy to maintain a professional image.
- Students are required to conform to the assignment deadlines to avoid losing points on their grades.
- The product's design must conform to the safety standards set by the regulatory agencies.
- The university's code of conduct requires all students to conform to the rules and regulations during their stay on campus.
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Meaning 2
Fill, satisfy or meet a want or need or condtion ro restriction; "does this paper meet the requirements for the degree?"; "This job doesn't match my dreams"; "meet a need".
Classification
Verbs of eating and drinking.
Examples
- The new policy does not conform to international standards for human rights protection.
- She is struggling to find a job that will conform to her qualifications and skill set.
- The contractor modified the building design so it would conform to local zoning regulations.
- The researchers hoped their new product would conform to the specific needs of the client.
- Does the current staff training program conform to the required industry standards.
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Meaning 3
Behave in accordance or in agreement with; "Follow a pattern"; "Follow my example".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The company's policies conform to industry standards for environmental sustainability.
- Her behavior at the party conformed to the expectations of her host family.
- He was forced to conform to the strict rules of the monastery.
- The new building's design conformed to the zoning regulations of the area.
- Employees were expected to conform to the company dress code during working hours.