protocols

NOUN

rules of conduct, behavior in certain situation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

agreement code contract covenant custom obligation pact

STRONG

compact concordat conventions courtesy decorum etiquette formalities manners order politesse propriety treaty

WEAK

good form p's and q's

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disagreement

STRONG

bad manners impoliteness rudeness

WEAK

crudeness impropriety

Example Sentences

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It will be shaped by the platforms, systems and protocols through which commerce flows in the 21st century.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026

In 2025, following the surge of anecdotal reports online about microdosing, a number of telehealth companies such as Fridays, Noom and Found Health started offering GLP-1 protocols at lower doses and lower costs.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026

Together with police, it announced a review of school security protocols, bullying policies, and student behavioural monitoring systems.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

"Anything that may help should be explored but it requires strict protocols and safety monitoring."

From Science Daily • Jun. 22, 2026

I was respectful and followed the rules and protocols to a fault.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin