Cooperation and Conformity

to agree with or correspond to something

Her views on environmental policy accord with the organization's mission statement.

to be in agreement with something

to work with someone else in order to create something or reach the same goal

The researchers collaborated on a groundbreaking study in neuroscience.

the act or process of working with someone to produce or achieve something

involving or done by two or more parties working together toward a shared goal

involving, done, or shared by all members of a group

The collective efforts of the volunteers resulted in a successful charity event.

‌to cooperate secretly or illegally for deceiving other people

The two companies were found to have colluded to inflate prices and eliminate competition in the market.

secret agreement particularly made to deceive people

The investigation uncovered evidence of collusion between the companies to fix prices.

involving an activity that is secret or illegal intended to deceive people

shared opinions, beliefs, or interests between parties that have disagreements about other things

Despite their differing political views, the panelists were able to find common ground on the importance of economic stability.

to be or act in accordance with a rule, standard, etc.

Students are expected to conform to the school's dress code.

the ability or willingness to obey, agree with, or correspond to something

willing to go along with group behaviors, standards, or popular opinions rather than standing apart

Managers prefer hiring employees with conformable personalities who can adapt smoothly to different workplace contexts.

the act of following or obeying the rules of something particular

the act of adhering to established norms, protocols, and standardized behaviors within a social system or institution

The company values conformity to its strict dress code.

harmonious alignment or agreement among individuals or ideas

Their views were in perfect consonance on the issue.

‌(phonetics) a speech sound produced by interfering with or stopping the flow of air through the mouth or nose

The teacher explained that consonants are speech sounds made by obstructing airflow in the vocal tract.

to work with other people in order to achieve a common goal

The team members cooperated to complete the project ahead of schedule.

the act of working together toward a common goal

The project's success depended on the cooperation between engineers and designers.

marked by mutual assistance or shared effort toward a common goal

The rescue was a cooperative effort between local police and firefighters.

to control and organize the different parts of an activity and the group of people involved so that a good result is achieved

The event planner coordinated all aspects of the wedding, ensuring that vendors, guests, and the wedding party were synchronized for a seamless celebration.

to be of the right size or shape for someone

Can you try on these shoes to see if they fit?

used to show compliance with a specific rule, guideline, or standard

All employees are required to act in accordance with the company's code of ethics.

in accordance with a particular standard, expectation, or norm

The report must be written in conformity to the formatting guidelines provided by the university.

in accordance with a particular style, tradition, or expectation

The restaurant's menu is in keeping with its reputation for offering innovative cuisine.

in perfect alignment or harmony with something

Her actions were in sync with her words, demonstrating her commitment to the cause.

a place in the body where two bones meet, enabling one of them to bend or move around

The knee is a complex joint that allows for bending and straightening of the leg.

in a way that shows shared ownership, responsibility, or obligation

The couple jointly own the apartment they live in.

to join with someone to achieve a common goal

They make common cause to advocate for environmental sustainability.

to be the same as or similar to something else

His skills in tennis match those of a professional player.

to pretend to support or agree with someone or something to keep things peaceful or for one's own gain

I wasn't sure what they were plotting, but I thought it best to play along until I knew more.

a shape with four equal straight sides and four right angles, each measuring 90°

Each tile on the bathroom floor was a small square shape.

(of two ideas, statements, etc.) to be in agreement with each other

to agree or have a connection with something