Synonyms for
Canon
Definition
A general law, rule, or principle that is considered to be true and is used as a standard to compare with others.
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Common collocations
- canon law
- canon of ethics
- literary canon
- canon of art
- accepted canon
- the canon of scripture
- the canon of the mass
Word family
Usage note
The word 'canon' often refers to a set of rules or principles, especially in law or religion, or a body of works considered authoritative. Be careful not to confuse it with 'cannon', which refers to a large gun.
Example sentences
- The company has a canon of ethics that all employees must follow.
- The scientific method is a canon of the scientific community.
- The principles of democracy are a canon of modern governments.
- The canon of literature is constantly evolving as new works are published.
- The Constitution is a canon of the United States government.
Quotes
The canon of beauty shifts with the times.
The canon of literature is not fixed, but constantly evolving.
The canon of music is diverse and ever-expanding.