Synonyms of conform

conform 1 of 2

verb (1)

kən-ˈfȯrm 

1

as in to correspond

to be in agreement on every point

the list conforms with the contents of the trunk

Synonyms & Similar Words

• correspond
• coincide
• fit
• agree
• consist
• harmonize
• comport
• check
• align
• go
• accord
• sort
• answer
• match
• rhyme
• cohere
• square
• dovetail
• jibe
• fall in with
• parallel
• tally
• chord
• equal
• rime
• register
• line up
• aline

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• differ (from)
• disagree (with)
• contradict
• nullify
• conflict
• dispute
• negate
• gainsay
• jar
• clash

2

as in to blend

to form a pleasing relationship

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• blend
• correspond
• correlate
• match
• coordinate
• harmonize
• agree
• meet
• chime
• groove
• balance
• merge
• consort
• assort
• parallel
• chime in
• bond
• dovetail
• hang together
• coalesce
• fuse
• cohere
• square
• conjoin
• tally

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• conflict
• differ
• contradict
• contrast
• diverge
• offset
• counter
• collide
• jar
• clash
• counteract
• cancel (out)
• negate

3

as in to reconcile

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• reconcile
• coordinate
• adapt
• integrate
• align
• accommodate
• harmonize
• combine
• suit
• match
• attune
• merge
• correlate
• conciliate
• connect
• key
• tune
• blend
• fit
• balance
• synthesize
• standardize
• synchronize
• proportion
• unify
• unite
• equalize
• pair
• order
• join
• orchestrate
• dovetail
• even
• arrange
• square
• fuse
• regularize
• array
• aline

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disrupt
• disturb
• confuse
• upset
• skew
• disorganize
• disarray
• disharmonize
• alienate
• estrange
• disorder

4

as in to adapt

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• adapt
• adjust
• tailor
• suit
• put
• shape
• fit
• accommodate
• edit
• customize
• prepare
• condition
• acclimate
• match
• modify
• acclimatize
• transform
• alter
• fashion
• bend
• convert
• establish
• readjust
• doctor
• revise
• correct
• pattern
• tune
• harmonize
• equip
• model
• regulate
• orient
• attune
• readapt
• rework
• familiarize
• orientate
• recast
• acquaint
• ready
• reclaim
• accustom
• harden
• remake
• root
• redesign
• reengineer
• prime
• reinvent
• toughen
• square
• settle
• gear
• recycle
• habituate
• inure
• rehearse
• train
• refashion
• redo
• refocus
• remodel
• fine-tune
• rig
• naturalize
• redevelop
• revamp
• season
• register
• refit
• make over
• rejigger
• phase
• refigure
• habilitate
• fiddle (with)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• misadjust

conform (to)

2 of 2

verb (2)

as in to obey

to act according to the commands of

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• obey
• follow
• adhere (to)
• comply (with)
• abide by
• goose-step (to)
• keep to
• observe
• submit (to)
• yield (to)
• surrender (to)
• defer (to)
• fall in with
• agree (to)
• accede (to)
• assent (to)
• mind
• listen (to)
• acquiesce (to)
• hear
• regard
• watch
• notice
• take
• attend
• heed
• mark
• note

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of conform

Verb

Ishikawa, who in addition to directing and editing A Pale View of Hills also wrote the screenplay, is most confident with the Nagasaki timeline, which conforms to a conventional family drama. —Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 18 May 2025

Lawmakers are expected to work through the weekend to craft final budget bills that will conform to the overall targets. —Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 16 May 2025

The concept encourages lawn owners to take pride in their natural surroundings, but without the pressure to conform to a rigid, standard lawn appearance. —Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 7 May 2025

Typically, once the aid industry conforms to the whims of donor countries, the crisis is averted and business continues as usual. —Zainab Usman, Foreign Affairs, 5 May 2025

Phrases Containing conform

• conform (to)