Synonyms for
Guidelines
Definition
A set of rules or instructions that provides guidance on how to do something.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- follow guidelines
- issue guidelines
- set guidelines
- adhere to guidelines
- draft guidelines
- clear guidelines
- specific guidelines
- general guidelines
Word family
Usage note
Guidelines are suggestions or recommendations, not strict rules. They are often used in professional or technical contexts to ensure consistency and best practices.
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Example sentences
- The guidelines for building a birdhouse are easy to follow.
- The doctor gave me some guidelines for eating healthier.
- The business has strict guidelines for employee conduct.
- The government issued new guidelines for social distancing during the pandemic.
- The guidelines for the game were printed on the back of the box.
Quotes
The best guidelines in the world are useless if nobody follows them.
Guidelines are just helpful hints.
I always try to follow the guidelines, but sometimes I make mistakes.