PROCRUSTEAN RULE Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the phrase procrustean rule. (exact relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the phrase procrustean rule. (close relations)

Did you mean?
Definition of PROCRUSTEAN RULE

Best Alternative Words for PROCRUSTEAN RULE


Expand?	Word	Save?	More Syns..	Usage	Type
	arbitrary				adjectiveadj
	adjective • based on or subject to individual discretion or preference or sometimes impulse or caprice
	inflexible				adjectiveadj
	adjective • incapable of change • not making concessions • resistant to being bent adjective satellite • incapable of adapting or changing to meet circumstances
	oppressive				adjectiveadj
	adjective satellite • weighing heavily on the senses or spirit • marked by unjust severity or arbitrary behavior
	rigid				adjectiveadj
	adjective • designating an airship or dirigible having a form maintained by a stiff unyielding frame or structure adjective satellite • incapable of or resistant to bending • incapable of compromise or flexibility • incapable of adapting or changing to meet circumstances • fixed and unmoving
	procrustean bed				noun, adjectiven, adj
	noun • a standard that is enforced uniformly without regard to individuality
	procrustean standard				nounn
	noun • a standard that is enforced uniformly without regard to individuality

Best Hypernyms For PROCRUSTEAN RULE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for procrustean rule, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.

Words (4)

Alternatives for ARBITRARY

Words (18)

All synonyms for arbitrary