rule vs convention

convention vs rule

rule and convention both are nouns.

rule is a verb but convention is not a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
rule	Yes	No	Yes	No
convention	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, rule and convention are synonyms defined as:

rule and convention: something regarded as a normative example

Other synonyms of rule include formula, normal, pattern.

rule (noun)	convention (noun)
measuring stick consisting of a strip of wood or metal or plastic with a straight edge that is used for drawing straight lines and measuring lengths	the act of convening
a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior	orthodoxy as a consequence of being conventional
something regarded as a normative example	something regarded as a normative example
a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system	(diplomacy) an international agreement
a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct	a large formal assembly
(mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems
prescribed guide for conduct or action
(linguistics) a rule describing (or prescribing) a linguistic practice
directions that define the way a game or sport is to be conducted
any one of a systematic body of regulations defining the way of life of members of a religious order
dominance or power through legal authority
the duration of a monarch's or government's power

rule (verb)	convention (verb)
keep in check
decide with authority
decide on and make a declaration about
mark or draw with a ruler
exercise authority over; as of nations
be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance
have an affinity with; of signs of the zodiac

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