Synonyms of norms

norms

noun

plural of norm

as in standards

the code of good conduct for an individual or group

societal norms dictate that murder is wrong

Synonyms & Similar Words

• standards
• principles
• ethics
• morals
• morality
• values
• beliefs
• ethos
• customs
• manners
• mores
• etiquette
• dictates
• tenets
• dogma
• faith

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of norms

That creates an inherent tension with norms around privacy and personal space. — Sebastian Herrera, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2026

The transformations that have decimated protest movements—undone by digitization, atomization, and the evanescence of online life—have also affected shame and its ability to mediate social norms without the intervention of the state. — Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2026

In the early years of Mormonism, polygamy was understood to reinstate the patriarchal and polygamous cultural norms of the Hebrew patriarchs, as depicted in the Hebrew Bible. — Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 Sep. 2026

The proposal would also require some parents of foreign students to attend Italian language classes, part of Meloni’s push to make newcomers embrace national culture, rules and gender norms. — Maria Grazia Murru, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2026

The home was also searched thoroughly, but given the time period and social norms, officers felt uncomfortable going through a woman’s belongings. — Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2026

Leaders should also establish clear team norms for when communication can happen asynchronously and when a live conversation is more appropriate. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2026

Thailand's economy is heavily dependent on tourism, but also has implemented new measures to ensure visitors respect the country's norms. — Arkansas Online, 11 Sep. 2026

Critics say Mullin’s policy is aimed at intimidating voters, will upend longstanding American norms, and violate a law keeping armed forces out of polling places that dates back to the end of the Civil War. — Michael Loria, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2026