conform
12 synonyms and 2 antonyms for conform, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To match your behaviour, appearance, or attitudes to what is expected or normal, especially to fit in with a group.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
go along to get along
knuckle under
blow with the wind
fall in line
fall in with
float with the stream
follow the crowd
go with the flow
Antonyms
How to use conform
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
conform to standards
conform to expectations
refuse to conform
Etymology
From Middle French conformer, from Latin conformare, "to shape something to match a pattern" — from com- ("together") + formare ("to form").
Full origin of conform →Frequently asked questions
What does “conform” mean?
The word “conform” means to match your behaviour, appearance, or attitudes to what is expected or normal, especially to fit in with a group. In plain terms, to go along with a standard, rule, or the behaviour of the group instead of doing your own thing.
How do you pronounce “conform”?
“Conform” is pronounced kuhn-FAWM (/kənˈfɔɹm/ in IPA).
How do you use “conform” in a sentence?
Here is “conform” used in a sentence: “She refused to conform to the office dress code.”
What is another word for “conform”?
Words with a similar meaning to “conform” include comply, go along to get along, knuckle under, submit, blow with the wind and fall in line.
What is the opposite of “conform”?
The opposite of “conform” — its antonyms — is nonconform.
What part of speech is “conform”?
“Conform” is a verb.
Where does the word “conform” come from?
The word “conform” comes from Latin. From Middle French conformer, from Latin conformare, "to shape something to match a pattern" — from com- ("together") + formare ("to form").
Is “conform” a common word?
“Conform” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
