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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    standard average mean median mode benchmark criterion gauge measure model pattern example prototype paradigm convention tradition custom habit practice routine usual typical expected ordinary regular common customary habitual normal regular habitual expected conventional traditional customary orthodox canonical classic exemplary ideal prototype archetype.

    Meaning of Norm

    The primary meaning of the word "Norm" is a standard or average level of something.

    Definitions

    • A standard or average level of something
    • A set of expectations or standards of behaviour
    • A value or level that is considered to be the standard or average

    Etymology of Norm

    The word "Norm" originated from the Old French word "norme", which is derived from the Latin word "norma", meaning a carpenter's square or a rule, and is related to the Latin word "regula", meaning a rule or straight edge.
    Historically, the word "Norm" was used to refer to a standard or rule, and its meaning has since expanded to include average levels, expectations, and standards of behaviour.

    Example Uses

    • The company's sales have been below the norm for the past quarter.
    • It's become the norm for people to work from home at least one day a week.
    • The norm in this industry is to provide excellent customer service.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    anomaly aberration exception deviation irregularity abnormality rarity uniqueness oddity peculiarity strangeness weirdness freakishness unconventionality nonconformity dissent disagreement contradiction opposition resistance revolt rebellion nonstandard unorthodox unconventional unusual atypical irregular uncommon rare extraordinary exceptional freakish.

    Related Nouns

    standard average mean median mode benchmark criterion gauge measure model pattern example prototype paradigm convention tradition custom habit practice routine usual typical expectation normativity normality normalcy regularity conformity compliance.

    Related Verbs

    standardize average measure gauge regulate control normalize conform comply adjust align fit match meet satisfy exceed surpass deviate diverge differ disagree contradict oppose resist revolt rebel.

    Related Adjectives

    standard average mean median normal regular typical usual expected conventional traditional customary habitual ordinary common routine usual everyday mundane unremarkable unexceptional conformist compliant regulatory controlling normalizing conforming.