compliant
/kəmˈplaɪənt/ (bre, ipa) · /kəmˈplaɪənt/ (ame, ipa) · /kəm-ˈplī-ənt/ (ame, mw)
compliant — adjective
- compliantpositive
- more compliantcomparative
- most compliantsuperlative
1. ready to follow instructions or requests from others, often without questioning
ready to follow instructions or requests from others, often without questioning or arguing
The school's most compliant students rarely questioned their teachers' instructions.
collocation: compliant student / compliant child
Rohan's compliant nature made him popular with managers but frustrated his teammates.
Dr. Nakamura wanted critical thinkers who could argue, not just compliant assistants who nod.
The new puppy was surprisingly compliant, sitting still while Greta cleaned its paws.
- obedient
more active and positive — implies a conscious choice to follow authority out of respect or duty
- submissive
stronger negative tone — suggests giving up power or self-respect
- docile
suggests a gentle, easy-to-manage temperament, often used for animals or children
- acquiescent
more formal and passive — describes agreeing without enthusiasm
- defiant
actively refusing to obey
- rebellious
openly resisting authority or rules
用法筆記
Often carries a slightly negative tone, suggesting the person lacks assertiveness or independence. The subject is typically a human being or their behaviour.
常見錯誤
2. meeting the official rules, laws, or technical standards that apply in a given s
meeting the official rules, laws, or technical standards that apply in a given situation
All new cars sold in this country must be compliant with the latest emission standards.
pattern: compliant with [rule/standard]
The hospital's surgical equipment passed inspection because it is compliant with all safety laws.
Before launching the app, the team checked whether it was compliant with data privacy regulations.
The building received a green certificate because its design is compliant with energy-saving rules.
- conforming
broader — can apply to social norms, not just official rules
- adherent
more formal — often used in adherent to [standards]
- meeting
simpler and more neutral — used in meeting requirements
- non-compliant
direct opposite — failing to meet requirements
- nonconforming
implies deviation from accepted standards
文法句型
compliant with [rule/law/standard]
用法筆記
Almost always used in technical, legal, or business contexts. Commonly followed by the preposition 'with' plus the specific rule, law, or standard. The subject is typically a product, system, document, or organisation.