# abidance

CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/abidance
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

the act of following a rule, a law, or a promise. It is a formal way to say you are obeying something.

For teachers: the state or action of adhering to a rule, law, or agreement. Often used in legal or formal contexts to describe compliance with a specific requirement.

## Examples

- The company showed its abidance by the new safety rules.
- The court's decision was based on the abidance of the contract by both parties.
- While the treaty was signed in good faith, the abidance of its terms by all signatories remains a subject of international scrutiny and debate.

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