Conform (verb)

Meaning & Definition of Conform

to give the same shape, outline, or contour to, bring into harmony or accord
to be similar or identical; also, to be in agreement or harmony —used with to or with
to be obedient or compliant —usually used with to

Conform (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

to be in agreement on every point

"the list conforms with the contents of the trunk"

similar: accord, agree, answer, check, chord, cohere, coincide, comport, consist, correspond, dovetail, fit, go, harmonize, jibe, rhyme, sort, square, tally, fall in with

related: equal, match, parallel, align, line up, register

opposite: differ (from), disagree (with)

near: contradict, dispute, gainsay, negate, nullify, clash, conflict, jar
to form a pleasing relationship

"last-minute changes in the schedule that conform with our plans nicely"

similar: agree, assort, blend, chime, chime in, consort, coordinate, groove, harmonize

related: balance, correlate, correspond, dovetail, hang together, match, meet, parallel, bond, coalesce, cohere, conjoin, fuse, merge, square, tally

opposite: clash, collide, conflict

near: contradict, contrast, counter, differ, diverge, jar, cancel (out), counteract, negate, offset
to bring to a state free of conflicts, inconsistencies, or differences

"we'll have to conform this new rule with existing policy regarding student-run organizations on campus"

similar: accommodate, attune, conciliate, coordinate, harmonize, key, reconcile

related: adapt, tune, blend, combine, connect, correlate, dovetail, fit, fuse, integrate, join, match, merge, orchestrate, pair, square, suit, synchronize, synthesize, unify, unite, align, arrange, array, balance, equalize, even, order, proportion, regularize, standardize

opposite: disharmonize

near: confuse, disarray, disorder, disorganize, disrupt, disturb, skew, upset, alienate, estrange
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation

"I can be funny or serious, for I always conform my behavior to the situation"

similar: acclimate, acclimatize, accommodate, adapt, adjust, condition, doctor, edit, fashion, fit, put, shape, suit, tailor

related: readapt, readjust, customize, gear, match, model, pattern, attune, correct, harmonize, square, tune, establish, root, settle, acquaint, familiarize, orient, orientate, equip, prepare, prime, rehearse, harden, inure, season, toughen, alter, convert, make over, modify, recast, reclaim, recycle, redesign, redevelop, redo, reengineer, refashion, refigure, refit, refocus, reinvent, rejigger, remake, remodel, revamp, revise, rework, transform, accustom, habilitate, habituate, naturalize, ready, train, bend, fiddle (with), fine-tune, phase, register, regulate, rig

near: misadjust

Related Entry: Conform (to) (verb)

Conform (to) is a different word from Conform. The synonyms below are for conform (to), not for conform.

to act according to the commands of

"an independent-minded person who refuses to conform to the dictates of society"

similar: adhere (to), comply (with), follow, goose-step (to), mind, obey, observe, abide by, fall in with, keep to

related: defer (to), submit (to), surrender (to), yield (to), accede (to), acquiesce (to), agree (to), assent (to), attend, hear, heed, listen (to), mark, note, notice, regard, take, watch

opposite: defy, disobey, rebel (against)

near: disoblige, challenge, dare, refuse, renounce, repudiate, direct, lead, brush (off), disregard, ignore, overlook, overpass, pass over, tune out, wink (at), dismiss, pooh-pooh, shrug off, breach, break, infringe, transgress, violate, deride, flout, mock, scoff (at), scorn, mutiny (against), revolt (against), buck, combat, contest, dispute, fight, oppose, resist, withstand

Related Entry: Conform (to or with) (verb)

Conform (to or with) is a different word from Conform. The synonyms below are for conform (to or with), not for conform.

as in accord, fit

similar: accord, blend, fit, harmonize, match, agree, assent, coincide, concur, correspond

opposite: clash, collide, conflict, disaccord, discord, jar, battle, combat, engage, fight, war (against), chafe, gall, grate, jangle

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Conform

The most common words with a similar meaning to Conform:

accord, agree, answer, check, chord, cohere, coincide, comport, consist, correspond, dovetail, fit, go, harmonize, jibe, rhyme, sort, square, tally, assort, blend, chime, chime in, consort, coordinate, groove, accommodate, attune, conciliate, key, reconcile, acclimate, acclimatize, adapt, adjust, condition, doctor, edit, fashion, put

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Conform

Words with the opposite meaning of Conform:

differ (from), disagree (with), clash, collide, conflict, disharmonize

Related Words for Conform

equal, match, parallel, align, line up, register, balance, correlate, hang together, meet, bond, coalesce, conjoin, fuse, merge, tune, combine, connect, integrate, join, orchestrate, pair, synchronize, synthesize, unify, unite, arrange, array, equalize, even

Near Antonyms of Conform

contradict, dispute, gainsay, negate, nullify, jar, contrast, counter, differ, diverge, cancel (out), counteract, offset, confuse, disarray, disorder, disorganize, disrupt, disturb, skew, upset, alienate, estrange, misadjust

Word Forms of Conform

Inflections: conformed, conforming, conforms

Derived words: conformer (noun), conformism (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Conform

Middle English, from Anglo-French conformer, from Latin conformare, from com- + formare to form, from forma form

First known use: 14th centuryt

Frequently Asked Questions about Conform

What does "Conform" mean?

"Conform" means to give the same shape, outline, or contour to, bring into harmony or accord. As a verb, it is defined as: to give the same shape, outline, or contour to, bring into harmony or accord. It has 4 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Conform"?

Other words for "Conform" include accord, agree, answer, check, chord, cohere, coincide and comport. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Conform" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Conform"?

There are 135 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Conform". Common alternatives include accord, agree, answer, check, chord, cohere, coincide, comport, consist and correspond.

What is the opposite of "Conform"?

Antonyms of "Conform" include differ (from), disagree (with), clash, collide, conflict and disharmonize. Near antonyms include contradict, dispute, gainsay and negate.

How do you use "Conform" in a sentence?

Examples of "Conform" in a sentence: "the list conforms with the contents of the trunk"; "last-minute changes in the schedule that conform with our plans nicely"; "we'll have to conform this new rule with existing policy regarding student-run organizations on campus".

Is "Conform" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Conform" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Conform"?

"Conform" is pronounced /kən-ˈfȯrm/ and divided into syllables as con·form.

What is the origin of the word "Conform"?

"Conform" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French conformer, from Latin conformare, from com- + formare to form, from forma form. First known use: 14th centuryt.