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comply - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'comply' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Comply [ v. i.]
- To yield assent; to accord; agree, or acquiesce; to adapt one's self; to consent or conform; -- usually followed by with.
- To be ceremoniously courteous; to make one's compliments.
- To fulfill; to accomplish.
- To infold; to embrace.

Meaning of 'comply' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . comply [ v]
Meaning (1):
- act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes
Example in sentence:
  • abide by the rules;
  • Follow these simple rules;
  • He complied with my instructions;
  • You must comply or else!