Conform etymology

English

English word conform comes from Latin formare, Latin con-, Latin conformare

Detailed word origin of conform

Dictionary entry Language Definition
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.