conformity
UK/kәn'fɒ:miti/US
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Definitions
n.
Behavior that complies with social norms, rules, or expectations.
顺从；从众；遵守
n.
Similarity in form or character; agreement.
一致；相符
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedconformtogether, with
+
-ityform, shape, appearance
=conformity
conform + -ity = the abstract state of conforming.
Common Collocations
- 1.social conformity社会从众
- 2.in conformity with与……一致
Example Sentences
- 1.
Social conformity can suppress individuality.
- 2.
The product is tested for conformity with safety standards.