abiders
n. C1 Advanced abiders
n. people who follow a rule, a law, or a set of beliefs. You use this word when talking about those who respect and stick to a specific system.
n. individuals who comply with a law, rule, or set of religious or moral principles. Often used in legal or religious contexts to describe those who maintain order through adherence.
The abiders of the law are protected by the state.
The community consists of strict abiders who follow every tradition passed down through generations.
In a society where the majority are abiders of a strict legal code, the enforcement of minor infractions serves as a deterrent to more serious crimes.