| 释义 |
com·ply
I. \kəmˈplī\ verb
(-ed/-ing/-es)
Etymology: Italian complire, from Spanish cumplir to complete, accomplish, perform what is due, be courteous, from Latin complēre to fill up — more at complete
intransitive verb
1. obsolete
a. : to be ceremoniously courteous : execute all formalities
b. : to be complaisant, accommodating, or obsequious
c. : to suit or conform oneself (as to a situation)
2. : to accord or assent : conform or adapt one's actions (as to another's wishes)
< she would not be able to refuse, since all her instinct at this moment was to comply — Rebecca West >
— usually used with with
< he usually complies with her wishes >
< these regulations have been complied with >
transitive verb
1. obsolete : fulfill, accomplish
2. obsolete : to bring into accord or conformity
Synonyms: see obey
II. transitive verb
(-ed/-ing/-es)
Etymology: com- around (influenced by Latin complecti to embrace) + ply — more at complex
obsolete : enfold, embrace |