Norm

Meaning

a standard of behavior; what is typical or expected

An accepted standard or a usual practice.

Example Sentences

Working late has become the norm in this company.

Wearing uniforms is the norm in many schools.

Example Expressions

against the norm

Synonyms

standard, rule, convention, practice, custom

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standard, rule, convention, practice

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standard, rule, custom, practice, convention

Antonyms

exception, deviation, abnormality, anomaly

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exception, deviation, abnormality

Entry 2

exception, deviation, anomaly

Collocations

social norm, cultural norm, become the norm, accepted norm

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social norm, cultural norm, become the norm

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social norm, cultural norm, become the norm, accepted norm