COMPLY (WITH) Synonyms: 104 Similar and Opposite Words

comply (with)

verb

kəm-ˈplī

Definition of comply (with)

as in to obey

to act according to the commands of the guards rushed to comply with the warden's orders

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as in to fulfill

to do what is required by the terms of were summarily threatened with a lawsuit if they did not comply with the contract

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Witnesses said the men tried siccing a German shepherd on CBS News Chicago's photojournalist while yelling racial slurs, but the dog did not obey the command.

— Todd Feurer, CBS News, 31 July 2026
The difference between security agencies in democracies and secret-police forces is that the former have to obey laws and not just follow the whims of the head of state.

— Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 30 July 2026

Definition of obey

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But this roadside stop actually specializes in Korean cuisine, which fulfilled owners Starrlite and David DeCook’s desire to bring more diversity to the area.

— Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2026
Graham is serving in an interim role to fulfill her brother's current term.

— ABC News, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of fulfill

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This keeps the area sanitized and removes any mold or allergens that can become a problem if they’re left untouched.

— Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2026
To avoid this, sow dwarf crepe myrtles at least 4 to 6 feet apart, space standard-sized trees at least 8 feet from each other, and keep crepe myrtles of any size at least 3 feet away from fencing.

— Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 4 Aug. 2026

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The 23-year-old, who won his seventh Grand Slam title at January’s Australian Open to become the youngest man to complete the career Grand Slam, injured his right wrist during a match at the Barcelona Open in April.

— Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
And to complete your sleepscape, pair these pillows with a soft memory foam or hybrid mattress, and prepare for sweet dreams.

— Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 4 Aug. 2026

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