Synonyms for rule

a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior (noun)

• regulation

something regarded as a normative example (noun)

• convention
• normal
• pattern
• formula

prescribed guide for conduct or action (noun)

• prescript

(linguistics) a rule describing (or prescribing) a linguistic practice (noun)

a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct (noun)

• principle

dominance or power through legal authority (noun)

• dominion

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 (noun)

• ruler

exercise authority over (verb)

• govern

decide with authority (verb)

• decree

be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance (verb)

• predominate
• dominate
• reign
• prevail

decide on and make a declaration about (verb)

• find

keep in check (verb)

• harness
• rein