conform

/kənfˈɔːm/

/kənˈfɔɹm/

to conform

MAIN VERB

to think or act similar to most people in a particular society or group

synonyms : adapt

to be or act in accordance with a rule, standard, etc.

be similar, be in line with

antonyms : deviate

Examples

1. He thinks independently and does not conform to societal norms or expectations.

2. Despite the pressure to conform, she chose to do her own thing and started her own business, which became a great success.

3. Despite his unconventional ideas, John knew that it is ill striving against the stream and decided to conform to the company's dress code.

4. 25% of subjects never conformed.