Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A norm is a standard, rule, or typical pattern that is generally accepted within a group or society.
Norm
/nɔːm/Synonyms:
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Examples:
In truth, balance is not the norm in our world.
Her behavior was far from the social norm.
They strive to set a new norm in the industry.
Etymology:
The word norm originates from the Latin norma, meaning a carpenters square, rule, pattern.' It began being used in its modern sense in the late 19th century.
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