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    Compliance

    /kəmˈplaɪəns/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    the act of conforming to or agreeing with rules, standards, or laws.
    The company was commended for its compliance with environmental regulations.
    a disposition to yield to others.
    Her compliance with the demands of her superiors was evident.
    the state of being in accordance with established guidelines or specifications.
    The software was developed in compliance with industry standards.

    Etymology

    Late Middle English: from Latin 'compliantem', present participle of 'complere' meaning 'to fill up, fulfill'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in compliance with
    acting according to rules or requests.
    statutory compliance
    following laws and regulations.
    compliance officer
    a person responsible for ensuring a company adheres to legal standards.

    Related Words

    comply
    to act in accordance with a wish or command.
    obey
    to follow the commands or guidance of someone.
    conform
    to act according to prevailing standards or customs.

    Slang Meanings

    Going with the flow.
    He's just being compliant, going with the flow in the team.
    Playing nice.
    She's playing nice at work, showing her compliance.