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rule vs mores

mores vs rule

rule and mores both are nouns.

rule is a verb but mores is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
rule Yes No Yes No
mores Yes No No No
As nouns, mores is a hyponym of rule; that is, mores is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than rule:
  • rule: something regarded as a normative example
  • mores: (sociology) the conventions that embody the fundamental values of a group
Other hyponyms of rule include code of behavior, code of conduct, universal.
rule (noun) mores (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 (sociology) the conventions that embody the fundamental values of a group
a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior
something regarded as a normative example
a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system
a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct
(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) mores (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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