English word conform comes from Latin formare, Latin con-, Latin conformare
Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
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formare | Latin (lat) | |
con- | Latin (lat) | Used in compounds to indicate a being or bringing together of several objects. Used in compounds to indicate the completeness, perfecting of any act, and thus gives intensity to the signification of the simple word. |
conformare | Latin (lat) | |
conformer | Old French (fro) | |
conformo | Latin (lat) | I form, fashion or shape (skilfully). I outline or describe. |
conformen | Middle English (enm) | This term needs a translation to English. Please help out and add a translation, then remove the text . |
conform | English (en) | (intransitive, of persons, often followed by to) To act in accordance with expectations; to behave in the manner of others, especially as a result of social pressure.. (intransitive, of things, situations, etc.) To be in accordance with a set of specifications or regulations, or with a policy or guideline.. (transitive) To make similar in form or nature; to make suitable for a purpose; to adapt. |