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conformance

/kənˈfɔːm(ə)ns/

Meanings
  • noun

    The act of conforming to a certain standard, rule, or set of desires.

    - "Employees were expected to maintain a high level of conformance to company policies."
    - "The team's conformance to the game plan led to their victory."

Synonyms

conformation
Rhymes
Words rhyming with conformance
formance , performance , convergence
Variants
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conformance , conformances
Forms
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conforms, conformed, conforming


Etymology
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From the Old French word 'conformer,' meaning 'to bring into agreement or harmony.'


Trivia
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  1. The term 'conformance' first appeared in English in the late 14th century.

  2. In mathematics, a conforming mesh is one that accurately represents the shape of an object, allowing for accurate simulations.

  3. The concept of conformance is closely related to the social phenomenon known as 'herd mentality,' where individuals follow the actions of the group without questioning them.


Related Concepts
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  1. Compliance: Refers to an individual's willingness to follow a rule, regulation, or request. While related to conformance, compliance implies a more passive or reactive response.

  2. Conformity: The degree to which individuals' beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors align with those of the group. Conformance is a measure of the extent to which individuals conform to group norms.


Culture
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Conformance has been a significant theme in literature, particularly in dystopian novels, where individuals are expected to conform to a rigid societal structure. It is also a common theme in organizational psychology and management, where maintaining group cohesion and adherence to rules is crucial.

How to Memorize "conformance"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a group of people all wearing the same uniform or following the same set of instructions.
    - Imagine a ruler that is always measured against a standard to ensure accuracy.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'conformance' with the idea of following rules or fitting in.
    - Link it to the concept of group harmony or unity.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym 'C-O-N-F-O-R-M' to remember the meaning: Conformity, Order, Norms, Fitting-in, Rules, and Modeling.


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