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conformably

conformably

7.4
In a way that agrees with rules or standards
  • adverb
  • /kənˈfɔrməblē/
  • Formal
translation icon : conforme

Examples

  • The Ura Formation conformably overlies the Barakun Formation and is composed mainly of siltstones and shales, with subordinate beds and members of dolomites and limestones.

    Academic text (2018)
  • She decided to live her life conformably to the principles of honesty and kindness.

  • The team must work conformably to the guidelines set by the organization to ensure success.

  • Students are expected to behave conformably to the school rules during class.

Synonyms

consistently
vsconformably
278 2.8

In the same way over time without big changes

is about agreement with standards rather than repeated sameness
by the book
vsconformably
  • Informal
55 3.9

Following rules and official instructions exactly

is broader agreement with standards and not always strict procedure
according to Hoyle
vsconformably
1 9.6

In a way that follows accepted rules

is about general agreement with standards rather than exact procedure
canonically
vsconformably
  • Formal
1 7.9

In a way that follows church or other official rules

is about agreement with standards generally not limited to tradition
compliantly
vsconformably
1 4.6

In a way that follows rules or instructions

is about agreeing with standards rather than obedient submission
standardly
vsconformably
1 4.1

In the usual or accepted way

is about matching formal standards rather than mere common practice
normatively
vsconformably
  • Formal
1 7.6

According to rules or what people think is right

is about matching existing standards rather than prescribing them
orthodoxly
vsconformably
7.5

In a way that follows the usual rules and customs

is about agreement with standards not only religious tradition

How Conforming

strictly
103 3.7
conformably
  • Formal
7.4
generally
1.0
partly
375 1.0

Surface Forms

conformably positive

Morphology

conformably = conformable (transparent) = conform + able + ly

Formed by adding the adverbial suffix '-ly' to the adjective 'conformable', yielding the expected meaning 'in a manner that is conformable'.

Etymology

Conformably comes from con- meaning 'with' and form meaning 'shape' or 'structure', the same root you see in the common word form. Think of it as 'fitting with the shape', and that's why to do something conformably is to act 'in agreement' with rules, standards, or instructions.