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Rules and permissions – English vocabulary

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12 English words with meanings: abide by, adhere to, allow, code, conform… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on OpenQuiz.

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Word list

  1. abide by /ə'baɪd baɪ/ (verb) — do what the rules say
    Example: All employees must abide by the company rules.
    Synonyms: comply with, follow, obey
  2. adhere to /əd'hɪr/ (verb) — follow the rules
    Example: All employees must adhere to the company's safety policies.
    Synonyms: comply with, follow, abide by
  3. allow /ə'laʊ/ (verb) — to let someone do something
    Example: My parents allow me to stay out until 10 p.m.
    Synonyms: permit, authorize, let
  4. code /koʊd/ (noun) — rules or laws
    Example: The office has a strict dress code that everyone must follow.
    Synonyms: rule, regulation, standard
  5. conform /kən'fɔ:rm/ (verb) — follow or match
    Example: Employees must conform to the company’s dress code.
    Synonyms: comply, follow, obey
  6. eligible /'elɪdʒəbl/ (adjective) — allowed because you meet the rules
    Example: Only members over 18 are eligible to vote in the election.
    Synonyms: qualified, entitled, suitable
  7. impose /ɪm'poʊz/ (verb) — to force or require
    Example: The government decided to impose new taxes on luxury goods.
    Synonyms: enforce, implement, dictate
  8. license /'laɪsəns/ (noun) — official permission
    Example: You need a driver’s license to operate a car legally.
    Synonyms: permit, authorization, certificate
  9. limit /'lɪmɪt/ (noun) — to keep within a set amount; to restrict
    Example: You should limit the amount of sugar you eat each day.
    Synonyms: restrict, control, confine
  10. mandatory /'mændətɔ:ri/ (adjective) — required by rule
    Example: Wearing a helmet is mandatory for all motorcyclists.
    Synonyms: compulsory, obligatory, required
  11. optional /'ɒpʃənəl/ (adjective) — not required
    Example: Attending the meeting is optional, not mandatory.
    Synonyms: voluntary, elective, noncompulsory
  12. policy /'pɑ:ləsi/ (noun) — official rules or plans
    Example: The company has a strict policy on data protection.
    Synonyms: rule, guideline, regulation

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