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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A common theme in conversations around the conference was how quickly companies are rushing to adopt AI without putting proper security protocols in place.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Each provider uses proprietary protocols optimized for speed — Surfshark relies on WireGuard, while NordVPN uses NordLynx, a WireGuard-based protocol with additional privacy enhancements.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

“Some updates include further standardizing Department practices and processes to ensure organizational consistency, the introduction of new equipment and refining response protocols tailored to the nature of the call for service,” a statement read.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Earlier, LaGuardia Airport authorities released a statement stating that "emergency response protocols were immediately activated" after the crash, with the agency's chairman and executive director on the scene with Port Authority police.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

The first few years were frustrating, as legislators and planners bickered over money and protocols.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers