conformance

noun

con·​for·​mance kən-ˈfȯr-mən(t)s How to pronounce conformance (audio)
Synonyms of conformancenext

Synonyms of conformance

Examples of conformance in a Sentence

behavior found to be not in conformance with all company policies regarding sexual harassment a woman with no interest in conformance to the dictates of fashion
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The inspector ensures conformance with building plans, specifications, codes, ordinances and standards. Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 9 Dec. 2025 The fees bring the development in conformance with Oceanside’s new, higher minimum of 15% affordable housing. Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Dec. 2025 The draft ordinance would prohibit any village agent or agency from providing information about or investigating or aiding in any investigation of a person or entity providing or receiving gender affirming care obtained in conformance with the laws of the state of Illinois. Bob Skolnik, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2025 Finding driver heads that have crept over the line of conformance is not an unusual occurrence, especially for clubs that are hit thousands of times over a long period of time. Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for conformance

Word History

First Known Use

1606, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of conformance was in 1606

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“Conformance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/conformance. Accessed 20 Dec. 2025.

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