abide by meaning and definition

ABIDE BY verb

Definition of abide by (verb)

1. act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes
   • "He complied with my instructions"; "You must comply or else!"; "Follow these simple rules"; "abide by the rules"
   • synonyms: comply, follow
2. show respect towards
   • "honor your parents!"
   • synonyms: honor, honour, observe, respect
   • antonym: disrespect