conformism

Variant of conform

conform definition

con·form (kən fôrm)

transitive verb

  1. to make the same or similar to conform one's idea to another's
  2. to bring into harmony or agreement; adapt: often used reflexively

Etymology: ME conformen < OFr conformer < L conformare, to fashion, form < com-, together + formare, to form

intransitive verb

  1. to be or become the same or similar
  2. to be in accord or agreement the house conforms to specifications
  3. to behave in a conventional way, esp. in accepting without question customs, traditions, prevailing opinion, etc.
  4. Eng. History to adhere to the practices of the Anglican Church

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Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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