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Meaning of complying
The primary meaning of "complying" is to act in accordance with a rule, standard, or requirement.
Etymology of complying
The word "complying" originates from the Old French word "complir," meaning "to fulfill" or "to complete," which is derived from the Latin word "complere," meaning "to fill up" or "to complete."
Historically, the word has been used to describe the act of fulfilling a requirement or obligation, and its meaning has evolved to include a range of contexts, from legal and regulatory compliance to social and cultural norms.
Synonyms
conforming
adhering
acquiescing
obeying
yielding
submitting
accommodating
cooperating
abiding
adjusting
aligning
assenting
consenting
conforming
surrendering
capitulating
deferring
submitting
obeying
acquiescing
acceding
agreeing
assenting
complying
concurring
cooperating
harmonizing
obliging
reconciling
succumbing
tolerating
yielding
Definitions
- To act in accordance with a rule, standard, or requirement
- * To do what someone in authority has told you to do
- * To do something that is required by a rule, law, or situation
Usage Examples
- The company is complying with the new regulations by implementing a recycling program.
- * She is complying with the doctor's orders by taking her medication as prescribed.
- * The employees are complying with the dress code by wearing formal attire to work.
Antonyms
disobeying
defying
resisting
refusing
rejecting
denying
opposing
contradicting
disobliging
disrespecting
ignoring
neglecting
omitting
opposing
protesting
rebelling
recalcitrating
refusing
repudiating
resisting