Definitions

policy

[pol-uh-see] / ˈpɒl ə si /

NOUN

procedure, tactics

Synonyms

STRONGEST

action administration approach arrangement behavior code guideline management method plan practice program protocol rule scheme strategy theory

STRONG

channels course custom design line order organization polity stratagem tenet

WEAK

red tape the book the numbers

Antonyms

STRONG

disorganization

Example Sentences

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The district defends its approach in evaluating charters as consistent and fair and based on rules set out by the state and district policy.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

"What we need is a real migration policy that means people from African countries don't have to risk their lives but can come to Europe and have options for work."

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Despite this, the nonprofit isn’t seeking to adopt the policy within target-setting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

But opponents, led by a group in Abersoch, successfully persuaded the High Court that reports had "significantly misled members" when the policy was presented to cabinet.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The school had a zero-tolerance policy on violence.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty

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