French word

conformiste

Pronunciation

IPA/kɔ̃fɔʁmist/

Meaning

  • adjectiveconformist

Example

Elle est très conformiste dans ses choix.

She is very conformist in her choices.

Illustration for conformiste (conformist)

More examples

Il refuse d'être conformiste face aux modes.

He refuses to be conformist in the face of trends.

Core concept

Someone blending into established social habits instead of taking an original or risky option.

Common phrases

  • être conformiste

    be conformist

  • un style conformiste

    a conformist style

  • des idées conformistes

    conformist ideas

Similar words

conservateur: Cautious about social change and committed to preserving established ways and values.
conventionnel: Following widely accepted methods without showing much originality.
traditionaliste: Strongly supporting traditional values and old customs while resisting change.

Definition in French

Qui adhère aux conventions sociales et privilégie les choix sûrs plutôt que l'originalité.

Word origin

French formed conformiste from conformer with the productive suffix -iste, while conformer ultimately derives from Latin conformare, to make alike.

Usage tips

  • Être conformiste is a common construction, and conformiste can also function as a noun for a conformist person.

Other meanings

  • conventionaladjective

Opposites

  • non-conformistenonconformistadjective
  • indépendantindependentadjective

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