Conformist Definition & Meaning

conformist
adjective
  1. marked by convention and conformity to customs or rules or styles; "underneath the radical image teenagers are surprisingly conformist"
  2. adhering to established customs or doctrines (especially in religion)
noun
  1. someone who conforms to established standards of conduct (especially in religious matters)

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