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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Public companies have protocols for who gets access to material nonpublic information, because that information can be used to insider trade in the stock market.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

As part of the settlement, Krispy Kreme agreed to strengthen its cybersecurity protocols.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

A Vivid Sydney spokesperson apologised for the "disappointment and inconvenience caused to attendees" and said the drone operators cancelled the show "in line with standard safety protocols".

From BBC • May 26, 2026

In 2019 Mr. Bell convened a committee to adopt stricter DEI protocols.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

There were all sorts of cumbersome new factors to be considered and discussed—Secret Service protocols, emergency evacuation setups, strategies for protecting our kids’ privacy now that they had the eyes of a nation upon them.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama