Conformable vs. Unconformable — What's the Difference?

Corresponding; similar

Incapable of conformity; not conforming.

Quick to comply; submissive.

(Geology) Showing unconformity.

(Geology) Of, relating to, or being rock or sediment strata that were deposited either adjacent to each other or in vertical sequence without interruption by a disruptive or altering process such as erosion or folding.

Not conformable.

Having the same shape or form; very similar.

(geology) Exhibiting unconformity.

Suitable; compliant.

Not conformable; not agreeable; not conforming.

Corresponding in form, character, opinions, etc.; similar; like; consistent; proper or suitable; - usually followed by to.

Not conformable; not lying in a parallel position; as, unconformable strata.

Disposed to compliance or obedience; ready to follow directions; quick to comply; submissive; compliant.

Not correspondent;

Parallel, or nearly so; - said of strata in contact.

Quick to comply;

Disposed or willing to comply;

In keeping;