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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Wilde in particular lights up during this section, Angela’s mind racing at possibilities she never considered for herself while fumbling over the practicalities of protocols and just how this would work.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

"It's very well documented now the point around not just the curfew but our standards around protocols and all those sorts of things," said McCullum.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

As investigations continue, city officials are expected to review safety protocols and determine whether additional restrictions will be imposed before operations resume.

From Salon • Jun. 20, 2026

The recall will include software improvements to avoid cars entering a construction zone and detecting that the vehicle is within a construction zone, as well as additional operational protocols, the report said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

So Reilly worked with his staff to develop specific protocols for efficiently treating asthma patients, and another set of programs for treating the homeless.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell