norms

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

Relevance

Examples Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of norms Joining this movement could be a way to protest these existing gender norms and acts of violence. Mark Travers, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024 Religious traditions and cultural norms differ. Sophie Carson, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024 Tesla exemplifies this by redefining automotive norms with direct-to-consumer sales, over-the-air updates, and integrated energy solutions, creating new revenue streams like energy storage and software subscriptions. Sandy Carter, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024 All the historical market metrics, like the PE ratio (at 23x) are two standard deviations above their historical norms. Robert Barone, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024 These developments have empowered women like Megan Thee Stallion to challenge entrenched norms and advocate for their reputations in real time. Sughnen Yongo, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024 Any shift in the SEC’s position will require thorough legal justification and adherence to procedural norms and the new administration must carefully balance fostering innovation with ensuring consumer protection and market integrity. Charlyn Ho, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024 Even so, my father went out of his way to defy social norms and institutions. Lee Chang-Dong, The New Yorker, 22 Dec. 2024 Balance self-assurance with a willingness to disrupt norms to foster loyalty and excitement in the process. Lilian Raji, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024

Thesaurus Entries Near norms

Cite this Entry

“Norms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/norms. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on norms

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!