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Meaning of rule-follower
A person who follows rules and regulations carefully and obediently.
Etymology of rule-follower
The term "rule-follower" is derived from the combination of "rule" and "follower". The word "rule" comes from Old French "riule" or Latin "regula", meaning a straight stick or bar, and later a principle or standard. The word "follower" comes from Old English "folgian" or Old Norse "fylgja", meaning to follow or accompany.
Synonyms
conformist
obedient
compliant
law-abiding
dutiful
faithful
devoted
dedicated
meticulous
scrupulous
rigorous
strict
disciplined
orderly
methodical
systematic
thorough
painstaking
fastidious
diligent
industrious
sedulous
assiduous
observant
respectful
deferential
submissive
acquiescent
cooperative
amenable
Definitions
- A person who follows rules or regulations carefully and obediently, often to an excessive degree.
- * Someone who conforms to established rules, standards, or conventions.
Usage Examples
- She's a rule-follower and always makes sure to fill out her tax returns on time.
- * As a rule-follower, he found it difficult to adapt to the new, more relaxed company culture.
Antonyms
nonconformist
rebel
anarchist
dissident
renegade
outlaw
lawbreaker
offender
violator
transgressor
delinquent
recidivist
mutineer
insubordinate
defiant
disobedient
uncooperative
resistant
opposed
contrary
deviant
aberrant