abide by

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Verb : 1. To obey or follow a rule, law, agreement, or decision : To act in accordance with what is required or stipulated. 2. To accept and act according to a decision or ruling : To respect and adhere to an outcome, especially one made by an authority. Usage This verb is transitive and requires an object (the rule, law, decision, etc., that is being followed). It is often used in f...