Definitions:

1. Complying or submitting to someone in a position of power or a set system of guidelines. VERB
   • The prisoner was ordered to obey all prison regulations or face severe consequences.
2. Implies acting in accordance with a command or directive and doing what is expected without resistance or hesitation. VERB
   • The students were expected to obey the teacher's instructions during the experiment.
3. To follow or comply with rules, orders, laws, or instructions given by someone in authority. VERB
   • He refused to obey the unjust orders given by his superior.

Synonyms:

• abide by
• adhere to
• comply
• conform
• follow
• heed
• observe
• respect