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
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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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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!