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

The unusual tour reflects mounting concern over political attacks on courts, rising threats against judges and a breakdown of democratic norms that some say poses an existential threat. — Sudhin Thanawala, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

Historically, Western norms during the 19th and 20th centuries held that to not eat meat is odd at best, and suspicious at worst. — David Rooney, The Conversation, 10 July 2026

With quantum, build the oversight frameworks, cryptographic standards and international norms now — while the window is open. — Pravir Malik, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Under Walsh’s witty direction, all four deliver pitch-perfect comedic performances in this frothy farce, which is full of mistaken identities, exaggerated infatuations and fussy social norms. — Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026

Temperatures are expected to reach their seasonal norms, with the hottest inland spots in the region expected to get into the lower 90s by Saturday, the weather service said. — Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 9 July 2026

Meanwhile, home shoppers have more homes on the market to choose from than this time last year, although home inventory levels remain well below historical norms. — Alex Veiga, Fortune, 9 July 2026

Quakers were countercultural from the start, seeing women as having spiritual authority equal to men, challenging gender norms of the time, refusing to bear arms and committing to non-violence. — Tesfaye Negussie, ABC News, 3 July 2026

The Democratic Party is waging an existential struggle to save democracy, the rule of law, and liberal norms. — Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 1 July 2026