CONFORMANCE Synonyms: 93 Similar and Opposite Words

conformance

noun

kən-ˈfȯr-mən(t)s

Definition of conformance

as in accordance

a state of consistency behavior found to be not in conformance with all company policies regarding sexual harassment

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as in compliance

the following of a custom, rule, or law a woman with no interest in conformance to the dictates of fashion

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Recent Examples of conformance Data freshness, completeness, consistency and schema conformance are tracked with dedicated alerting thresholds. — Lev Yatsemyrskyi, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 That said, the final plat is in substantial conformance with the previous proposals, Latinovic said. — Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 5 May 2026 At the preliminary review, the applicant team was asked to return with renderings showing the house alongside its neighbors to show bulk and scale and conformance to community character. — Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for conformance

Recent Examples of Synonyms for conformance

Noun

The letter was sent in accordance with the president’s requirements under the War Powers Resolution.

— Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 13 July 2026
The Daily News Editorial Board should read the New York Post to learn that everything was done in accordance with FIFA rules, and why the use of the video assistant referee to determine intent was against the rules.

— Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 9 July 2026

Definition of accordance

Noun

Alongside their financial punishment, Newcastle entered into a stringent future-compliance agreement following their breach of UEFA’s financial sustainability regulations (FSR).

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 18 July 2026
When parents say no Nick, a 36-year-old who works in environmental compliance, has the polar opposite experience.

— Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 18 July 2026

Definition of compliance

Noun

To demonstrate ongoing compliance, Newcastle must submit six-monthly progress reports to UEFA’s Club Financial Control Body (CFCB), outlining their transfer balance and adherence to the settlement.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 18 July 2026
But technology now changes continuously, and examiners increasingly expect demonstrable, ongoing control rather than point-in-time adherence.

— Chris Brown, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Definition of adherence

Noun

The sharp lyrics and title are embodied in the music itself, most notably in the relentless rhythm section, which reflects the endless pursuit of conformity and ambition that Smith criticizes.

— Sophie Miller, Rolling Stone, 19 July 2026
The film is a reminder that conformity is never compulsory, and that putting yourself out there is the only way to find out who’s ready to catch you.

— Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026