comply
word
/kəmˈpɫaɪ/
/kəmplˈaɪ/
Definition
To do what you are asked or required to do, especially by rules, laws, or orders.
Usage & Nuances
Formal, often used with 'with' (e.g., 'comply with regulations'). Implies following rules you may not have set yourself. Common in legal, workplace, or official contexts. Not used for casual agreements; 'agree' or 'go along' is more casual.
Spanish: cumplir - acatarPortuguese (BR): cumprir - obedecerPortuguese (PT): cumprir - obedecerChinese (Simplified): 遵守 - 服从Chinese (Traditional): 遵守 - 服從Hindi: पालन करनाArabic: الامتثال - الالتزامBengali: মান্য করাRussian: соблюдать - подчинятьсяJapanese: 従うVietnamese: tuân thủ - chấp hànhKorean: 준수하다 - 따르다Turkish: uymak - riayet etmekUrdu: تعمیل کرناIndonesian: mematuhi - memenuhi
Example Sentences
You must comply with the safety rules.
basic
All employees are expected to comply with company policy.
basic
If you do not comply, there will be consequences.
basic
It’s not always easy to comply with every new regulation.
natural
He refused to comply with their demands.
natural
Once the paperwork is done, we need to comply with the rest of the procedures.
natural