Meaning & use
norm
A standard or pattern of behavior that is regarded as typical or expected within a society or group.
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Wearing a suit to the office is still the norm at that law firm.
Remote work has quickly become the norm in many technology companies.
A note on using this word
Norm often appears in the phrase 'the norm,' meaning what is usual, and should not be confused with 'norms,' which can mean a set of shared rules.
Words with a similar meaning
standardconvention
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