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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Fifa can help oversee tournament logistics, official protocols and the treatment of participating delegations during the competition itself.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

"Valverde is at home in good condition and will have to remain at rest for 10 to 14 days, as indicated by the medical protocols for this diagnosis," they added.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

In a similar vein, quantum won’t crack traditional cybersecurity protocols overnight.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

“Circumventing records protocols with the intention of avoiding transparency is something that will not be tolerated by this FBI,” Patel said in the announcement of Morens’ indictment Tuesday.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

I was respectful and followed the rules and protocols to a fault.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin