conformity
/kənˈfɔːməti/ · /kənˈfɔːrməti/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #5956 in the learning path
遵从；从众
Definitions
n. Behaviour that follows accepted rules, standards, or group expectations.
遵从；从众
Example
Our art teacher encourages creativity rather than strict conformity.
我们的美术老师鼓励创造，而不是一味墨守成规。
Strong pressure for conformity in schools may discourage students from questioning established ideas and developing independent judgement.
学校里强烈的从众压力可能阻碍学生质疑既有观念和培养独立判断力。
Collocations
- social conformity
- conformity to standards
- in conformity with
- pressure for conformity
Word family
- conform (v.)
- conformist (n.)
- nonconformity (n.)
Synonyms
- compliance
Antonyms
- nonconformity
Usage tip
in conformity with表示符合或遵照某规则。
FAQ
- What does conformity mean?
- Behaviour that follows accepted rules, standards, or group expectations.
- How is conformity pronounced?
- UK /kənˈfɔːməti/, US /kənˈfɔːrməti/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
