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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Reform UK sources say Farage's team notifies local police forces of his movements when he is travelling, in line with Operation Bridger protocols.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Monday didn’t rule out changes to security protocols for Trump following the incident.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

Trump said he will not be attending the king’s remarks at the Capitol due to security protocols, but said he planned to watch from afar.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

White House chief of Staff Susie Wiles plans to convene a meeting this week with key security officials to discuss and evaluate security protocols for Trump-attended events, a senior White House official said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

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

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers