nonconformity

• Nom désignant le fait ou l'état de ne pas se conformer, de refuser ou de ne pas suivre les coutumes, règles ou normes établies, souvent en matière de comportement, de croyances ou de pratiques.

A noun referring to the failure or refusal to adhere to established customs, rules, or standards, often in terms of behavior, beliefs, or practices.

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1. Lack of harmony or correspondenceC1formal

   A state where things do not match or agree with each other.

   Non-conformité (manque d'harmonie)

   • There is a clear nonconformity between the two reports.
   • The nonconformity of the data sets led to confusion.
   • The architect noted a nonconformity in the building plans.

   Synonymesdisagreementdiscordancedisparitydivergenceincompatibilityincongruityinconsistencymismatch

   Antonymesaccordagreementconformitycorrespondenceharmony

2. Lack of orthodoxy in thoughts or beliefsC1formal

   The quality of not following established or traditional beliefs, especially in religion or philosophy.

   Non-conformité (religieuse, idéologique)

   • His nonconformity in religious matters made him a controversial figure.
   • The philosopher's nonconformity challenged the dominant ideas of his time.
   • Nonconformity in thought can lead to important social progress.

   Synonymesdissentdissidencefreethinkingheresyiconoclasmunorthodoxy

   Antonymesconformitydogmaorthodoxytraditionalism

3. Unorthodoxy as a consequence of not conforming to expected standards or valuesC1formal

   The state of being unconventional or not following the usual rules or standards.

   Non-conformité

   • The artist's nonconformity was reflected in her unique style.
   • Nonconformity in fashion can be a form of self-expression.
   • The company encourages nonconformity in its design process.

   Synonymesdeviationdissentdivergenceindividualismnonconformanceoriginalityrebelliousnessunconventionalityunorthodoxy

   Antonymesconformityconventionalityorthodoxy

4. Failure to conform to accepted standards of behaviorB2formal

   The act of not following social norms or rules of conduct.

   Non-conformité (aux normes sociales)

   • His nonconformity led to him being ostracized by the group.
   • The school has a strict policy against nonconformity in dress code.
   • Nonconformity can sometimes be a sign of strong individuality.

   Synonymesdeviancedissensionnoncompliancerebellionunconventionality

   Antonymescomplianceconformityconventionalityobedience