conformity — compliance with standards, rules, or laws; behavior in accordance with socially accepted conventions
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: compliance with standards, rules, or laws; behavior in accordance with socially accepted conventions
Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈfɔːrməti/
Example Sentences
- My cat's conformity to human sleeping schedules lasted exactly one day before returning to its nocturnal lifestyle.
- The company values both innovation and conformity to safety standards.
- His purple mohawk was definitely not an act of conformity at the conservative business meeting.
conformity
NOUN[/kənˈfɔːrməti/]
compliance with standards, rules, or laws; behavior in accordance with socially accepted conventions
In strict conformity with the dress code, every student wears the same gray uniform.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin conformitas, the word combines con- (together) and formare (to shape or form). Originally referred to the act of shaping together or bringing into the same form, eventually evolving to mean agreement in form, character, or conduct.
Breakdown
con- (together) + form (shape, form) + -ity (state or condition of). The suffix -ity converts the adjective 'conform' into an abstract noun denoting the state of being in agreement or harmony with a standard or pattern.
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📝Examples
“My cat's conformity to human sleeping schedules lasted exactly one day before returning to its nocturnal lifestyle.”
“The company values both innovation and conformity to safety standards.”
“His purple mohawk was definitely not an act of conformity at the conservative business meeting.”
“Students often struggle between expressing individuality and maintaining conformity with school expectations.”
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