Conformity

Pronunciation: /kənˈfɔːrməti/

Definitions of conformity

noun behavior in accordance with socially accepted conventions or standards

Example Sentences

A1 Wearing a uniform is a form of conformity.

A2 In some cultures, conformity to societal norms is highly valued.

B1 Peer pressure can often lead to conformity among teenagers.

B2 The company's strict dress code promotes conformity among employees.

C1 The artist's work challenged the norms of conformity in the art world.

C2 The political leader was known for his refusal to conform to societal expectations.

Examples of conformity in a Sentence

formal The company strictly enforces conformity to the dress code.

informal Everyone just goes along with the conformity rules at this office.

slang I'm not really into all that conformity stuff, you know?

figurative He felt suffocated by the conformity of society and longed for individuality.

Grammatical Forms of conformity

• plural: conformities
• comparative: more conformity
• superlative: most conformity
• present tense: conforms
• future tense: will conform
• perfect tense: has conformed
• continuous tense: is conforming
• singular: conformity
• positive degree: conform
• infinitive: to conform
• gerund: conforming
• participle: conformed

Origin and Evolution of conformity

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'conformity' originated from the Latin word 'conformitas', which is derived from the verb 'conformare' meaning 'to shape alike'.

Evolution of the word: Initially used in the 14th century to refer to the act of conforming or complying with rules or standards, the word 'conformity' has evolved to encompass a broader concept of social behavior and adherence to societal norms.