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compliant

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //kəmˈpɫaɪənt// UK //kəmplˈaɪənt// com·pli·ant

adj. obeying rules, requests, or laws. You use this word when someone follows instructions willingly.

adj. conforming to rules, standards, or requests; obedient. Often used in formal or administrative contexts.


SIMPLE

The company is compliant with safety laws.

CONTEXTUAL

The new software update ensures the system is compliant with international data protection standards.

COMPLEX

Despite the complex regulatory landscape, the firm remained fully compliant, avoiding fines through meticulous record-keeping and proactive audits.

Antonyms
Origin

From comply + -ant.

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