verb

comply

to comply, to obey, to conform

You must comply with the regulations.

You must comply with the regulations.

He refused to comply with their demands.

He refused to comply with their demands.

((with sth.)) to act in accordance with (sth.) You must comply with the law.

Synonyms: obey, conform, adhere to; Antonyms: refuse, disobey, defy

From Latin 'complere' (to fill up, complete). The sense evolved to 'fulfill requirements,' then to 'act in accordance with a wish or command.'

To 'comply' is to 'supply' what is requested. The rhyme can help you remember the meaning of acting in accordance.

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