compliant
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for compliant, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Willing to go along with rules or another person's wishes.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Willing to go along with rules or another person's wishes.
“The staff were compliant with the new dress code without complaint.”
Opposites
2. adj
Meeting official standards, rules, or specifications.
“The building was renovated to be fully compliant with fire safety codes.”
How to use compliant
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
fully compliant
compliant with regulations
Etymology
From comply plus the adjective ending -ant.
Full origin of compliant →Frequently asked questions
What does “compliant” mean?
The word “compliant” means willing to go along with rules or another person's wishes. In plain terms, following the rules, or willing to do what's asked.
How do you pronounce “compliant”?
“Compliant” is pronounced kuhm-PLUH-eernt (/kəmˈplaɪənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “compliant” in a sentence?
Here is “compliant” used in a sentence: “The staff were compliant with the new dress code without complaint.”
What part of speech is “compliant”?
“Compliant” is an adjective.
Is “compliant” a common word?
“Compliant” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “compliant” have?
“Compliant” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: willing to go along with rules or another person's wishes.
