compliant

/kəmˈplʌɪənt/adjective

Meeting the requirements of rules, standards, or laws.

Example sentences

“The new building is fully compliant with fire safety codes.”
“Make sure the paperwork is compliant with tax regulations.”

Neutral in regulatory writing ('GDPR compliant') but slightly negative for people, where it suggests someone too ready to obey.

Synonyms for compliant

conforming

Antonyms

noncompliant

Often confused with compliant

compliant vs complaint

Related words

defiantOpenly and boldly refusing to obey or back down.docileQuiet and easy to control, teach, or lead; willing to do what one is told.headstrongInsisting on doing things your own way, regardless of what others advise.obdurateRefusing to change your behaviour or admit you are wrong, no matter what anyone says.obedientDoing what you are told by people in charge, without arguing.obstinateSticking firmly to your own opinion or plan and refusing to change it.