compliance
/'kɔmplaiəns/
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Definition
- Noun:
- The act of submitting; usually surrendering power to another: The action of complying with a command, request, or rule, often involving yielding authority.
- A disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others: A personal inclination to be agreeable or obedient to others.
- Acting according to certain accepted standards: The state or fact of conforming to a rule, standard, or law.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The company ensured full compliance with the new safety regulations.
- Her compliance with her parents' wishes made her unhappy.
- The software update is necessary for regulatory compliance.
Advanced Usage
- In compliance with: In accordance with a rule, law, or request.
- The building was constructed in compliance with all local zoning laws.
- As a measure of compliance: Used to assess the degree to which rules are followed.
- The audit was conducted as a measure of compliance with financial standards.
Variants and Related Words
- Compliant (adj): Inclined to agree with others or obey rules.
- He was a compliant and obedient child.
- Comply (verb): To act in accordance with a wish, command, or rule.
- All visitors must comply with the security procedures.
Synonyms
- Conformity: Acting according to social standards or rules.
- Obedience: Compliance with an order, request, or law.
- Acquiescence: The reluctant acceptance of something without protest.
Antonyms
- Defiance: Open resistance or bold disobedience.
- Noncompliance: Failure or refusal to comply.
- Rebellion: An act of violent or open resistance.
Related Phrases
- Regulatory compliance: The act of adhering to legal rules set by governing bodies.
- The finance department handles all matters of regulatory compliance.
- Voluntary compliance: Willingly following rules without coercion.
- The program relies on the voluntary compliance of citizens.
Noun
- the act of submitting; usually surrendering power to another
- a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others
- acting according to certain accepted standards
- their financial statements are in conformity with generally accepted accounting practices