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rule
Synonyms and Antonyms of rule
1
a statement spelling out the proper procedure or conduct for an activity
code, constitution, decalogue, directory
behest, charge, command, commandment, decree, dictate, direction, directive, edict, fiat, instruction, order
axiom, fundamental, maxim, precept
ban, interdiction, prohibition, proscription, restriction
convention, custom, habit, manners, mores, practice (also practise), tradition, way
2
lawful control over the affairs of a political unit (as a nation)
administration, authority, governance, government, jurisdiction, regime (also régime), regimen
3
an inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing
Synonym Discussion of rule
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- obey the law
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- the rules of the game
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- regulations affecting nuclear power plants
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- the precepts of effective writing
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- a statute requiring the use of seat belts
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- a city ordinance
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- the canons of good taste
rule
Synonyms and Antonyms of rule
1
to exercise authority or power over
2
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
Synonym Discussion of rule
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- she decided to sell her house
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- determined the cause of the problem
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- the dean's decision settled the campus alcohol policy
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- the judge ruled that the evidence was inadmissible
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- he resolved to quit smoking
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