即そくす

Meanings

1

godan verb (-su), intransitive verb

conform to; be based on; be in line with

Used when something follows or is adapted to a standard, rule, reality, or situation. Often appears as 〜に即して or 〜に即した. The related form 即する (そくする) is a suru-verb with the same meaning.

Written forms

即そくすUsage88%
Standard kanji spelling. Often used in the pattern 〜に即して.
そくすUsage13%
Kana spelling is acceptable, especially in informal writing or when the kanji is not crucial.

Kanji

即instant, namely, as is

Similar words

即そくする
Same meaning and usage, but 即する is a suru-verb (〜する) while 即す is a godan verb ending in す. Both are used in the pattern 〜に即して.
従したがう
従う means 'to follow' or 'to obey' a person, order, or rule, often implying compliance. 即す is more about being in accordance with a standard or reality, without the nuance of obedience.
基もとづく
基づく means 'to be based on' evidence or grounds. 即す is closer to 'conform to' or 'be adapted to' a situation or rule, often used with 現実 or 法律.

Etymology

The kanji 即 means 'instant' or 'conform'. The verb 即す is a native Japanese godan verb. The historical derivation is uncertain, but it is related to the suru-verb 即する.