adhere to, cling to, hold to, follow, abide by comply with, conform to keep to, stand by, remain faithful to, stay with, be loyal to, uphold, maintain, observe, respect, stick with, stick by, be true... [more]
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To 'comply' means to act in accordance with rules, regulations, or requests. It involves following directives or adhering to stipulated guidelines set by an authority or governing body. Compliance can be seen in many contexts such as legal, social, and procedural settings where individuals or entities must meet specific standards or requirements. Complying often implies a willingness to conform to expectations and can sometimes include the element of acquiescence, where consent or agreement is given, sometimes passively.