norm

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of NORM

what is typical of a group, class, or series <sales figures that are within the norm of a store of that size>

Synonyms norm, normal, par, standard

Related Words golden mean, mean, median, middle; commonplace, ordinary, rule, run, status quo, usual; exemplar, representative

Near Antonyms abnormality, anomaly, deviation, exception, rarity

norms pl the code of good conduct for an individual or group <societal norms dictate that murder is wrong>

Synonyms ethos, morality, morals, norms, principles, standards

Related Words customs, dictates, etiquette, manners, mores, values; beliefs, dogma, faith, tenets

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