Definitions and Examples of conformed, complied, obeyed
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To act in accordance with established standards, rules, or expectations.
Example
He conformed to the company's dress code by wearing a suit and tie.
To act in accordance with a request, demand, or order.
Example
She complied with the teacher's instructions and submitted her homework on time.
To act in accordance with a command or authority.
Example
The soldiers obeyed their captain's orders and advanced towards the enemy lines.
Key Differences: conformed vs complied vs obeyed
- 1Conformed implies following established standards or norms, while complied and obeyed imply following specific requests or commands.
- 2Complied implies following a request or demand, while obeyed implies following a command or authority.
- 3Obeyed is often used in the context of hierarchical relationships, such as military, police, or parental authority.
Effective Usage of conformed, complied, obeyed
- 1Workplace Communication: Use conformed to describe adherence to company policies or industry standards.
- 2Legal Context: Use complied to describe compliance with laws, regulations, or court orders.
- 3Authority Relationships: Use obeyed to describe following commands or orders from superiors, parents, or other authorities.
Remember this!
The antonyms of deviated are conformed, complied, and obeyed. These words convey the idea of following rules, norms, or expectations. Use them in workplace communication, legal contexts, or authority relationships to describe adherence to standards, compliance with laws, or following commands from superiors.
