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 World Liberty spokesman said Tuesday the company “has held compliance as its highest priority and we meet or exceed industry standard protocols for due diligence on all relevant counterparties.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Mine safety in China has improved in recent decades, but accidents still occur in an industry where safety protocols are often lax and regulations vague.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

‘This lair is secret. The Amazons have certain protocols -’ ‘The Amazons. You work for them?’

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan