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conform (verb):
transitive verb
: to give the same shape, outline, or contour to : bring into harmony or accord
intransitive verb
1: to be similar or identical. also : to be in agreement or harmony - used with to or with
2a: to be obedient or compliant - usually used with to
b: to act in accordance with prevailing standards or customs
Source : Merriam -Webster
Etymology : Conform, with its prefix con-, "with" or "together", means basically "to adopt the form of those around you". Thus, employee behavior must usually conform with basic company policies. A certain philosophy may be said to conform with British values (even if we sometimes have a hard time agreeing on exactly what those are). And a Siamese or Burmese cat must conform to its breed requirements in order to be registered for breeding purposes. Being a conformist is usually a safe bet; being a nonconformist, who ignores society's standards and the whole idea of conformity, can be a bit dangerous but also sometimes more fun.
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