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

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

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Communication protocols for sending data to drones are typically designed to work with cheaper Chinese electronics.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Fish and Wildlife Service protocols to identify tortoises and instead used less rigorous procedures, said Evan Levy, attorney for the Center for Biological Diversity.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

My mom had protocols to go overboard with the Stray Cats but also be very subtle in our generosity.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith