abide by

/ɐbˈaɪd bˈaɪ/

[verb]

to abide by

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

[phrase form: abide]

to accept a rule, decision, or recommendation without objection

synonyms : comply

show respect towards

synonyms : honor

honour

observe

respect

antonyms : disrespect

Examples

1. Despite their illegal activities, there is honor among thieves, and they have a code of conduct that they abide by to avoid betrayal and maintain their reputation.

2. - Abiding by FCC guidelines.

3. Which quantum mechanics interpretation do you abide by?

4. They abided by the UN.

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