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UK/["/kəmˈplaɪəns/"]/US/["/kəmˈplaɪəns/"]/

Meaning of Compliance

the practice of obeying rules or requests made by people in authority

In simple words: Following rules or laws.

Compliance in a sentence

  • procedures that must be followed to ensure full compliance with the law
  • Safety measures were carried out in compliance with paragraph 6 of the building regulations.
  • The compliance officer is responsible for enforcing policies and procedures.
  • He was appalled by his parents' unquestioning compliance with the regime.

How to use Compliance

Used in legal or business contexts. Avoid in casual conversation; instead, use simpler terms like 'following rules'.

Grammar pattern

compliance + with + object

Memory hint

Think of 'comply' as 'comply with the guidelines'.

Related words

Collocations with Compliance

  • regulatory compliance
  • compliance measures
  • compliance officer
  • compliance with laws
  • compliance standards

Synonyms for Compliance

Opposites of Compliance

Common mistakes with Compliance

  • Confused with 'compliant', which describes something that follows rules.
  • Misused in casual language instead of simpler synonyms.
  • Omitted the preposition 'with' when used.

Compare Compliance with Agreement, Acceptance

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Frequently asked questions about Compliance

What does Compliance mean?

Following rules or laws.

What is the definition of Compliance?

the practice of obeying rules or requests made by people in authority

How do you use Compliance in a sentence?

procedures that must be followed to ensure full compliance with the law

Can you give another example of Compliance?

Safety measures were carried out in compliance with paragraph 6 of the building regulations.

What are synonyms for Compliance?

Common alternatives include adherence, conformity, obedience, agreement, acceptance.

What is the opposite of Compliance?

Opposite meanings include defiance, violation.

What words go with Compliance?

It commonly pairs with regulatory compliance, compliance measures, compliance officer, compliance with laws, compliance standards.

What are common mistakes when using Compliance?

Confused with 'compliant', which describes something that follows rules. Misused in casual language instead of simpler synonyms. Omitted the preposition 'with' when used.

How do you pronounce Compliance?

US: /["/kəmˈplaɪəns/"]/, UK: /["/kəmˈplaɪəns/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Compliance formal or informal?

"Compliance" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Compliance?

Used in legal or business contexts. Avoid in casual conversation; instead, use simpler terms like 'following rules'.

What CEFR level is Compliance?

"Compliance" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.