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complies

VERB

abide by, follow agreement or instructions

Synonyms

STRONGEST

acquiesce adhere to give in give up obey observe quit satisfy submit

STRONG

accede accord defer discharge ditto fold fulfill keep mind perform respect yield

WEAK

agree to cave in come around conform to consent to cry uncle don't make waves don't rock the boat fit in give out go along with go with the flow knuckle to knuckle under play ball play the game put out roll over and play dead shape up stay in line straighten up throw in towel toss it in yes one

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disobey dissuade

STRONG

condemn deny disallow disapprove fail ignore neglect oppose prevent refuse withhold

WEAK

decline rebuff reject resist

Example Sentences

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In defense of the Legislature, the state’s attorneys said the proposed amendment was approved before election day, which complies with the state Constitution.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Since launching her campaign, Raman said she would require that the city approve a housing development within 60 days of receiving an application, as long as it complies with zoning rules.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Even if the regime sues for peace, the U.S. may need an ongoing military commitment to ensure it complies with the terms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

Make sure any healthcare directive complies with local medical-consent laws.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026

“The act complies with the requirements of due process of law,” the decision read.

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee