Abide

Verb

Definition: To accept or act in accordance with (a rule, decision, or recommendation).

Definition: To remain or continue in a specified condition or position.

Synonyms: Follow, Comply, Obey, Endure, Tolerate

Antonyms: Defy, Disobey, Resist

Examples:

We must abide by the rules to maintain order.
He chose to abide by his decision and refused to change his mind.

Mnemonics:

"A-Bide" can be remembered as "Accept and Observe".
"Abide" sounds similar to "obey" which can help remember its meaning.

Etymology:

Origin:

Old English 'abīdan', from 'ā-' (expressing completion) + 'bīdan' (to wait, remain).

Historical Usage:

The word has been used since Old English and has maintained its core meaning of waiting or remaining, but with additional senses that have developed over time.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Abide by"

Explanation:

To conform to or obey a certain rule, decision, or recommendation. Example

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing 'abide' with 'abode' or 'abounded'.

Explanation:

'Abide' refers to accepting or enduring something, while 'abode' refers to a place of residence and 'abounded' means to exist or be present in abundance.