01 a. Corresponding in form, character, opinions, etc.; similar; like; consistent; proper or suitable; -- usually followed by to.
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Corresponding in form, character, opinions, etc.; similar; like; consistent; proper or suitable; -- usually followed by to.“The fragments of Sappho give us a taste of her way of writing perfectly conformable with that character.” — Addison.“Conformable to Scripture as well as to philosophy.” — Whewell.“To make matters somewhat conformable for the old knight.” — Sir W. Scott.
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Disposed to compliance or obedience; ready to follow directions; quick to comply; submissive; compliant.“I have been to you a true and humble wife, At all times to your will conformable.” — Shak.
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Parallel, or nearly so; -- said of strata in contact.(Geol.)