conform

verb
UK: /kənˈfɔːm/
US: /kənˈfɔːrm/

  1. To behave according to a group's usual standards and expectations, or to operate according to a rule.

    1. You must conform to the school's rules.
    2. The building does not conform to safety regulations, so changes must be made.

  2. To change something to match or agree with a standard or pattern.

    1. The software can conform to your specific needs.
    2. We need to conform our data to the new reporting requirements.

Synonyms

adjust comply fit adapt obey
conform adjective

  1. Following rules or standards.

    1. The design is conform to the latest trends.
    2. The company's policies are conform with the legal requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "conform" in English means: To behave according to a group's usual standards and expectations, or to operate according to a rule., To change something to match or agree with a standard or pattern..

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

Synonyms for "conform": adjust, comply, fit, adapt, obey.

Example usage of "conform": "You must conform to the school's rules.". More examples on the page.