Meaning & use

norm

noun·Academic

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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