Norm

Pronunciation: /nɔrm/

Definitions of norm

noun a standard or pattern that is typical or expected in a particular situation

Example Sentences

A1 In many cultures, it is the norm to shake hands when meeting someone for the first time.

A2 Eating with chopsticks is the norm in many Asian countries.

B1 Wearing a suit and tie is the norm for business meetings in this company.

B2 It is not the norm to arrive late to meetings in this organization.

C1 The norm of social etiquette varies greatly from one country to another.

C2 Challenging the norm can lead to innovative breakthroughs in society.

Examples of norm in a Sentence

formal It is important to adhere to societal norms in order to maintain harmony within the community.

informal Most people just follow the norm without questioning why.

slang Who cares about the norm? Just do your own thing.

figurative Breaking free from the norm can lead to great creativity and innovation.

Grammatical Forms of norm

• past tense: normed
• plural: norms
• comparative: more normal
• superlative: most normal
• present tense: norm
• future tense: will norm
• perfect tense: have normed
• continuous tense: is norming
• singular: norm
• positive degree: normal
• infinitive: to norm
• gerund: norming
• participle: normed

Origin and Evolution of norm

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'norm' originated from the Latin word 'norma' which means a carpenter's square or rule, used for measuring and drawing straight lines.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'norm' evolved to refer to a standard or principle that is widely accepted and followed in a particular society or group.