Synonyms for comply
kəmˈplaɪcom·p·ly

English Synonyms and AntonymsRate these synonyms:3.0 / 4 votes

1. comply

   Agree is the most general term of this group, signifying to have like qualities, proportions, views, or inclinations, so as to be free from jar, conflict, or contradiction in a given relation. To concur is to agree in general; to coincide is to agree in every particular. Whether in application to persons or things, concur tends to expression in action more than coincide; we may either concur or coincide in an opinion, but concur in a decision; views coincide, causes concur. One accepts another's terms, complies with his wishes, admits his statement, approves his plan, conforms to his views of doctrine or duty, accedes or consents to his proposal. Accede expresses the more formal agreement, consent the more complete. To assent is an act of the understanding; to consent, of the will. We may concur or agree with others, either in opinion or decision. One may silently acquiesce in that which does not meet his views, but which he does not care to contest. He admits the charge brought, or the statement made, by another — admit always carrying a suggestion of reluctance. Assent is sometimes used for a mild form of consent, as if agreement in the opinion assured approval of the decision.

   Synonyms:
   accede, accept, accord, acquiesce, admit, agree, approve, assent, coincide, combine, concur, consent, harmonize

   Antonyms:
   contend, contradict, decline, demur, deny, differ, disagree, dispute, dissent, oppose, protest, refuse

   Preposition:
   I agree in opinion with the speaker; to the terms proposed; persons agree on or upon a statement of principles, rules, etc.; we must agree among ourselves.

Princeton's WordNetRate these synonyms:3.5 / 2 votes

1. comply, follow, abide byverb

   act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes

   "He complied with my instructions"; "You must comply or else!"; "Follow these simple rules"; "abide by the rules"

   Synonyms:
   take after, watch, watch over, fall out, stick with, keep up, be, succeed, respect, honor, adopt, observe, play along, abide by, travel along, come after, trace, follow, honour, surveil, accompany, come, postdate, pursue, keep abreast, stick to, survey, espouse, conform to, keep an eye on

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1. • Obey

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1. obeying

   comply means obey.

   i will comply with the rule.

   Submitted by anonymous on February 21, 2019  

PPDB, the paraphrase databaseRate these paraphrases:4.0 / 1 vote

1. List of paraphrases for "comply":

   conform, meet, fulfil, satisfy, abide, adhere, observe, fulfill, obey, respond, respect, compliance, follow, implement, conformity, discharge, perform, honour

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1. United States:

   We are currently evaluating the addition of five new entities to the Entity List by the Bureau of Industry and Security, aMD will comply with the regulations governing that list, just as we have complied with United States laws to date. We are reviewing the specifics of the order to determine next steps related to our joint ventures.

2. Richard Neal:

   Given the Treasury Secretary's failure to comply today, I am consulting with counsel on how best to enforce the subpoenas moving forward.

3. William Waters:

   There’s a variety of things that could happen if you don’t comply with the use and occupancy requirement.

4. Ron Johnson:

   There is no excuse for retaliation against VA whistle-blowers like Dr. Klein. The president’s recent executive order makes that abundantly clear. The VA should fully comply with the committee’s request and stop the retaliation against Dr. Klein, who was only trying to expose substandard patient care.

5. Tony Meggs:

   Our organization allows an individual to comply with the law in a legal way, but do it in a way that often is more affordable and doesn't violate their conscience.