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Conform vs. Confirm

Conform

/kənˈfɔːm/
To follow rules, standards, or laws, or to behave according to socially accepted conventions.

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Confirm

/kənˈfɜːm/
To establish the truth or correctness of something

Examples:

Tell him I will even write another letter confirming our agreement.Riah confirmed her with two nods, as Fledgeby looked to him.Major Blunt confirms this.

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Conform relates to adapting or complying with certain rules or standards.
  • Confirm pertains to verifying or making sure of something's accuracy or truth.
  • Remember: conform has form which can hint at molding or shaping oneself to fit in.
  • The middle section firm in confirm might remind you of making something solid or firm, like truth.
  • Mixing them up can lead to humorous misunderstandings, always double-check!
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