compliance

noun
UK: /kəmˈplaɪəns/
US: /kəmˈplaɪəns/

  1. The act of obeying a rule or law.

    1. We need compliance with the rules.
    2. The company ensures compliance with environmental protection regulations.

  2. The state of agreeing to do what you are asked or ordered to do.

    1. He showed compliance with the doctor's orders.
    2. Full compliance is expected from all team members on this project.

  3. The extent to which a patient follows medical advice.

    1. Compliance is important for treatment.
    2. Patient compliance improves with clear and simple instructions from doctors.

Synonyms

adherence agreement conformity acquiescence obedience

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "compliance" in English means: The act of obeying a rule or law., The state of agreeing to do what you are asked or ordered to do., The extent to which a patient follows medical advice..

The phonetic transcription of "compliance" is /kəmˈplaɪəns/ in British English and /kəmˈplaɪəns/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "compliance": adherence, agreement, conformity, acquiescence, obedience.

Example usage of "compliance": "We need compliance with the rules.". More examples on the page.