NORMS Synonyms
There are 5 hypernyms of the word norms. (close relations)
Definition of NORMS
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| benchmarks | nounn | |||||||
noun • a standard by which something can be measured or judged • a surveyor's mark on a permanent object of predetermined position and elevation used as a reference point | ||||||||
| codes | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
noun • a set of rules or principles or laws (especially written ones) • a coding system used for transmitting messages requiring brevity or secrecy • (computer science) the symbolic arrangement of data or instructions in a computer program or the set of such instructions • a series of letters, numbers or symbols assigned to something for the purpose of classification or identification verb • attach a code to • convert ordinary language into code | ||||||||
| conventions | nounn | |||||||
noun • a large formal assembly • something regarded as a normative example • (diplomacy) an international agreement • orthodoxy as a consequence of being conventional • the act of convening | ||||||||
| criteria | nounn | |||||||
noun • a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated • the ideal in terms of which something can be judged | ||||||||
| guidelines | nounn | |||||||
noun • a light line that is used in lettering to help align the letters • a detailed plan or explanation to guide you in setting standards or determining a course of action • a rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior | ||||||||
| principles | nounn | |||||||
noun • a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct • a rule or standard especially of good behavior • a basic truth or law or assumption • a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system • rule of personal conduct • (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature) | ||||||||
| protocols | nounn | |||||||
noun • (computer science) rules determining the format and transmission of data • forms of ceremony and etiquette observed by diplomats and heads of state • code of correct conduct | ||||||||
| regulations | nounn | |||||||
noun • an authoritative command • a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior • the state of being controlled or governed • (embryology) the ability of an early embryo to continue normal development after its structure has been somehow damaged or altered • the act of bringing to uniformity; making regular • the act of controlling or directing according to rule adjective satellite • prescribed by or according to regulation | ||||||||
| rules | nounn | |||||||
noun • a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior • something regarded as a normative example • prescribed guide for conduct or action • (linguistics) a rule describing (or prescribing) a linguistic practice • a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct • the duration of a monarch's or government's power • dominance or power through legal authority • directions that define the way a game or sport is to be conducted • any one of a systematic body of regulations defining the way of life of members of a religious order • a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system • (mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems • measuring stick consisting of a strip of wood or metal or plastic with a straight edge that is used for drawing straight lines and measuring lengths verb • exercise authority over; as of nations • decide with authority • be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance • decide on and make a declaration about • have an affinity with; of signs of the zodiac • mark or draw with a ruler • keep in check | ||||||||
| standards | nounn | |||||||
adjective • conforming to or constituting a standard of measurement or value; or of the usual or regularized or accepted kind • established or well-known or widely recognized as a model of authority or excellence • conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers noun • a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated • the ideal in terms of which something can be judged • a board measure = 1980 board feet • the value behind the money in a monetary system • an upright pole or beam (especially one used as a support) • any distinctive flag adjective satellite • commonly used or supplied • regularly and widely used or sold | ||||||||
| average | noun, adjectiven, adj | |||||||
noun • a statistic describing the location of a distribution • (sports) the ratio of successful performances to opportunities • an intermediate scale value regarded as normal or usual adjective satellite • approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value • lacking special distinction, rank, or status; commonly encountered • lacking exceptional quality or ability • around the middle of a scale of evaluation • relating to or constituting the most frequent value in a distribution • relating to or constituting the middle value of an ordered set of values (or the average of the middle two in a set with an even number of values) verb • amount to or come to an average, without loss or gain • achieve or reach on average • compute the average of | ||||||||
