Definitions
- Referring to following a rule or regulation. - Talking about obeying an order or request. - Describing conforming to a standard or expectation.
- Referring to sticking to a policy or principle. - Talking about following a set of guidelines or standards. - Describing conforming to a specific belief or ideology.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words involve following rules or standards.
- 2Both words imply conformity to a certain expectation.
- 3Both words can be used in formal contexts.
- 4Both words are verbs.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Comply is more commonly used in the context of following rules or regulations, while adhere is more often used in the context of following principles or beliefs.
- 2Connotation: Comply has a neutral connotation, while adhere can have a positive or negative connotation depending on the context.
- 3Flexibility: Comply implies a more rigid adherence to rules or standards, while adhere can allow for some flexibility or interpretation.
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Remember this!
Comply and adhere are synonyms that both refer to following rules or standards. However, comply is more commonly used in the context of following regulations or orders, while adhere is more often used in the context of following principles or beliefs. Additionally, comply has a neutral connotation, while adhere can have a positive or negative connotation depending on the context.
