complies

[kəmˈplaɪz]

complies Definition

• 1. act in accordance with a wish or command
• 2. meet specified standards

Using complies: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "complies" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The company complies with all the safety regulations.

• Example

  The restaurant must comply with health codes.

• Example

  He complied with her request to turn off the TV.

• Example

  The suspect refused to comply with the officer's orders.

complies Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for complies

• conform
• obey
• follow
• adhere
• abide by

Antonyms for complies

• disobey
• violate
• contravene

Phrases with complies

• comply with

  act in accordance with a rule, request, or demand

  Example

  All employees must comply with the company's dress code policy.

• complying authority

  an organization or agency responsible for ensuring compliance with laws and regulations

  Example

  The Environmental Protection Agency is the primary complying authority for environmental regulations.

• complying with regulations

  meeting the requirements set forth by laws and guidelines

  Example

  The construction company was fined for not complying with safety regulations.

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Summary: complies in Brief

The verb 'complies' [kəmˈplaɪz] means to act in accordance with a wish or command, or to meet specified standards. It is often used in the context of following rules or regulations, as in 'The company complies with all the safety regulations.' 'Complies' can be used in phrases like 'comply with regulations,' and has synonyms like 'conform' and 'obey.'