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Definitions

rules

NOUN
do's and don'ts
Synonyms
WEAK
customs established ways etiquette method mode practice regulations system traditional action
NOUN
etiquette
Synonyms
STRONG
amenities civility code convention courtesy customs decency decorum deportment dignity form formalities mores politesse propriety protocol seemliness suavities usage
WEAK
good behavior p's and q's proper behavior social graces
Antonyms
STRONG
bad manners discourtesy immorality impoliteness impropriety indecency rudeness
NOUN
mores
Synonyms
STRONG
attitude codes etiquette formalities manners morals policies practices principles protocol rites rituals routines standards
WEAK
established ways social conduct way of life
Antonyms
STRONG
bad manners
NOUN
punctilio
Synonyms
STRONG
ceremony civility code convention courtesy customs decorum dignity form formalities formality mores nicety politesse protocol refinement
WEAK
p's and q's proper behavior social graces
Antonyms
STRONG
bad manners crudeness discourtesy impoliteness rudeness

Example Sentences

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She made her Broadway debut in 1974, appearing in brief productions of “Love for Love” and “The Rules of the Game.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Rules of engagement are typically in place to avoid unnecessary civilian casualties, abide by international law, and prevent friendly-fire incidents.

From Salon • Mar. 14, 2026

Rules on high-risk AI are due to come into effect in August 2026 and August 2027 unless the delay becomes law.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

Appeared in the March 5, 2026, print edition as 'The New Israeli Rules of Engagement'.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

Maybe some of the Relocation Rules were still worth something after all.

From "Hope Springs" by Jaime Berry