conformist
pronunciation
How to pronounce conformist in British English:
UK [kənˈfɔ:mɪst]
How to pronounce conformist in American English:
US [kənˈfɔrmɪst]
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- Noun:
- someone who conforms to established standards of conduct (especially in religious matters)
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- Adjective:
- marked by conformity or convention; not corresponding to current customs or rules or styles
- adhering to established customs or doctrines (especially in religion)
Word Origin
- conformist (n.)
- "one who conforms" in any way, originally usually with reference to religion; 1630s, from conform + -ist. Compare conformism.
Example
- 1. He reacted against the conformist views of his parents .
- 2. Boys tend to be less conformist than girls .
- 3. The school had grown more conformist .
- 4. China 's conformist attitudes could be further attributed to its fluid heredity system that allowed successful merchants to invest their profits in land and enter the rural landlord class .
- 5. No one can possibly achieve any real and lasting success or " get rich " in business by being a conformist .