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conformist

[/kənˈfɔːrmɪst/]
noun/adjectivepl: conformists
conformista
1. A person who complies with social norms, conventions, or established practices without question
He is a conformist who always follows the rules.
Ele é um conformista que sempre segue as regras.
2. An adjective describing someone or something that adheres to established standards or expectations
Her conformist approach to fashion made her blend in with the crowd.
Sua abordagem conformista à moda a fez se misturar com a multidão.
3. Historical: A member of the Church of England who conformed to its practices
The conformists accepted the established church hierarchy.
Os conformistas aceitavam a hierarquia da igreja estabelecida.
NYC Slang
square, straight arrow, company man
Synonyms
traditionalistconventionalistorthodoxmainstreamestablishment figure
Antonyms
nonconformistrebelindividualistdissentermaverick

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conformista
Standard usage; commonly understood
Portugal
conformista
Standard usage; identical to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow the crowd
go with the flow
toe the line
stick to the status quo
march to the beat of the establishment
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