Conformist
easyNegative tonekun-FOR-mist
noun
Definition
A person who conforms to accepted behavior or established practices
Memory hook
CON-FORM-ist: shaped together in the same FORM as everyone else - a cookie-cutter person.
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Examples
“She was not a conformist and always questioned authority.”
“The culture rewarded conformists who followed company norms.”
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GRE Tip
Conformist is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "traditionalist" or "conventionalist" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "nonconformist".
Related GRE Words
conventional
Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed
heritage
Property that is or may be inherited; valued objects and cultural traditions passed down through generations
partisan
a strong, often blindly biased supporter of a party or cause
heterodox
Not conforming with accepted or orthodox standards or beliefs
orthodox
Following or conforming to the traditional or generally accepted rules or beliefs
abundant
Existing or available in large quantities; plentiful
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