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How does the verb conform contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of conform are accommodate, adapt, adjust, and reconcile. While all these words mean "to bring one thing into correspondence with another," conform applies to bringing into accordance with a pattern, example, or principle.

refused to conform to society's values

Where would accommodate be a reasonable alternative to conform?

The words accommodate and conform can be used in similar contexts, but accommodate may suggest yielding or compromising to effect a correspondence.

accommodated his political beliefs in order to win

When could adapt be used to replace conform?

The meanings of adapt and conform largely overlap; however, adapt implies a modification according to changing circumstances.

adapted themselves to the warmer climate

When would adjust be a good substitute for conform?

In some situations, the words adjust and conform are roughly equivalent. However, adjust suggests bringing into a close and exact correspondence or harmony such as exists between parts of a mechanism.

adjusted the budget to allow for inflation

When might reconcile be a better fit than conform?

The synonyms reconcile and conform are sometimes interchangeable, but reconcile implies the demonstration of the underlying compatibility of things that seem to be incompatible.

tried to reconcile what he said with what I knew

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of conform This Tempur-Pedic pillow conforms precisely to your shape while maintaining its firmness, while the curved design encourages proper spinal alignment. Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 5 Mar. 2025 Grace conformed accordingly, and grew outer defenses that would come to be called abrasiveness by others. Cassidy Randall, Rolling Stone, 2 Mar. 2025 Such policies may compel Muslim employees to choose between adhering to their religious values or conforming to professional standards that do not reflect their cultural and religious identity, potentially leading to perceptions of unprofessionalism. Aparna Rae, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025 This loan is available for both conforming and jumbo loan amounts and consists of two phases: construction and permanent loan. Kayla Mai, Idaho Statesman, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for conform
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conform
Verb
  • Hallucinations occur when your sensory perception does not correspond to external stimuli.
    Anna Choi, The Conversation, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Note: Most subscribers have some, but not all, of the puzzles that correspond to the following set of solutions for their local newspaper.
    USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025
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  • While nothing exactly matches, all of the colors, patterns, and textures blend together seamlessly to tell a unique design story.
    Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Since its debut, the game has blended exploration, social interaction, and creativity in a way that feels adaptable across different age groups.
    Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Progressive Automation That Frees Up Time Repetitive tasks like sending payment reminders and reconciling invoices shouldn’t consume the workweek.
    Juliana Berger, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
  • The couple later reconciled, according to a September 2023 social media post from Gatto.
    Edward Segarra, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2025
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  • The announcement, made on Friday, marks a major step in replacing the F-22 Raptor and adapting to new global security challenges.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Lunar update While Williams and Wilmore offered new insights into how humans can adapt to life in an extraterrestrial habitat, another pivotal mission helped pave the way for astronauts to venture deeper into space.
    Jackie Wattles, CNN, 22 Mar. 2025
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  • Buck’s career has coincided with the growth of the internet, an increasingly divisive place with the ascent of social media.
    Andrew Marchand, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
  • The move coincides with the Mediterranean country's growing tourism industry, which saw a 4% increase in visitor numbers between 2023 and 2024, with a steady influx of travelers throughout the year.
    Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2025
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  • Last year, the CCU increased its connection with Chinese law enforcement agencies and brands, which Amazon said was directly correlated to more than 60 raids, which identified over 100 bad actors.
    Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 26 Mar. 2025
  • That correlates to a maximum of around 3,000 microplastics in a larger piece of gum, all of which could be ingested through the saliva.
    Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 25 Mar. 2025
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  • For comparison, the F-22 cost about $150 million per unit (adjusted for inflation).
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
  • The administration has said that people who entered the U.S. through the humanitarian parole program will have any applications to adjust their status put on hold.
    Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 22 Mar. 2025
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  • But he’s dependably found a way to fit it into new comedic spaces as needed, time and again.
    David Sims, The Atlantic, 22 Mar. 2025
  • According to Project 2025, school choice – which gives students the freedom to choose schools that best fit their needs – should be promoted through tuition tax credits and vouchers that provide students with public funds to attend private school.
    Fred L. Pincus, The Conversation, 21 Mar. 2025

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“Conform.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conform. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.

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