Pronunciation: /kənˈfɔrm/
noun the act of conforming or the state of being conformed
A1 In some cultures, there is a strong emphasis on conforming to societal norms.
A2 The pressure to conform to peer expectations can be overwhelming for teenagers.
B1 Employees are expected to conform to the company's dress code.
B2 She refused to conform to the traditional gender roles assigned to her by society.
C1 The artist's work challenges viewers to question and resist conforming to mainstream ideologies.
C2 Conforming to outdated traditions can hinder progress and innovation in society.
verb to comply with rules, standards, or laws
A1 Children are expected to conform to the rules of the classroom.
A2 She decided to conform to the dress code for the party.
B1 Employees are required to conform to the company's policies and procedures.
B2 In order to fit in with the group, he felt the need to conform to their way of thinking.
C1 The artist refused to conform to traditional painting techniques, opting for a more experimental approach.
C2 Despite pressure to conform, she remained true to her own beliefs and values.
formal It is important to conform to the company's dress code during business hours.
informal Just make sure you conform to the rules if you want to avoid any trouble.
slang Don't worry about conforming to their standards, just be yourself.
figurative Sometimes it's necessary to conform to societal norms in order to fit in.
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