1. to refuse to conform to established customs, attitudes, or ideas

Examples

• The artist chose to nonconform to traditional painting styles.
• Students who nonconform to dress codes may face disciplinary action.
• She decided to nonconform rather than compromise her beliefs.
• The company’s policy requires employees not to nonconform to safety regulations.
• Many teenagers naturally nonconform to their parents’ expectations.
• The religious group chose to nonconform to mainstream practices.