conform
Definitions
To comply with rules, standards, or laws; to behave in accordance with what is generally expected.
遵守；顺从；符合（规则）
To be similar in form or type; to match.
一致；相符
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedcon- (together, with) + form (shape) = 'to take shape together with [others / a standard].' Conforming means matching your form to a surrounding pattern — either rules (social conformity) or specifications (the product conforms to safety standards).
Root form still carries 39 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.conform to符合……
- 2.conform with与……一致
- 3.conform to standards符合标准
- 4.refuse to conform拒绝顺从
Example Sentences
- 1.
All products must conform to safety regulations.
- 2.
She refused to conform to society's expectations.
- 3.
The building conforms to local zoning laws.
Easily Confused
conform vs comply — Both mean to follow rules, but «conform» implies passive matching (to a standard, custom, or shape), while «comply» implies active agreement to a specific request or order. Products conform to standards; you comply with a court order.