conform

Definition

  • verb: to be similar to or the same as something
  • verb: to give the same shape, outline, or contour to
  • usually + 'to' or 'with'
  • synonyms: conformable, comply, submit

Examples

  • There are new security rules and all airlines are required to 'conform'. [=(more commonly) 'comply']

  • She refuses to 'conform to' society's traditional image of a mother.

  • The priest's teachings do not 'conform with' church doctrine.

Movie quotes

  • (..) We have programmed infidelity in the queen... ...as of two minutes ago. All right, coming up on the castle, zero.... Now. lt also conforms with your five-year history at this time of the year. Leave me now. My queen! lf the king should hear of this, we would both be put to death! (..)
    1973 Westworld
  • (..) with a high body temperature. Only something cold, like a machine. They thought of everything. Yeah, l have the banquet scheduled for , if that conforms. What do folks do for companionly entertainment in this town? l wouldn't know about such things. l'm just runnin' this hotel. (..)
    1973 Westworld