Synonyms for

Complying

Verb / kʌˈmplaɪɪŋ / Another word for complying — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Complying means to do what you are asked or ordered to do.

Synonyms & similar words

abideby follow comply obeying following adhering conforming yielding submitting acceding accepting adjusting bowing capitulating surrendering respecting fulfilling executing performing heeding

Synonyms by register

Formal

adhering conforming observing abiding

Informal

going along playing along following suit

Literary

heeding obeying

Antonyms

resisting defying disobeying opposing rebelling refusing violating

Common collocations

  • complying with the rules
  • complying with the law
  • complying with regulations
  • complying with instructions
  • complying with requests
  • complying with the terms
  • complying with the agreement

Word family

noun compliance
verb comply
adjective compliant
adverb compliantly

Usage note

Complying is often used in formal contexts, especially regarding rules, laws, or requests. It implies a willingness to meet requirements or standards.

Example sentences

  1. He is complying with the teacher's instructions.
  2. She is complying with the dress code at work.
  3. The company is complying with the safety regulations.
  4. The athlete is complying with the doping controls.
  5. The restaurant is complying with the health codes.

Quotes

  • Compliance is not a strategy - it's a culture.
  • Compliance and complacency are not the same thing.
  • Compliance isn't the same thing as obedience. Compliance is obedience with understanding.

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