Synonyms of guideline

guideline

noun

as in rule

something usually in writing that shows or tells how something should be done

The government has issued new guidelines for following a healthy and balanced diet.

Here are some basic guidelines for helping you choose a dishwasher.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rule
• standard
• guide
• regulation
• code
• instruction
• principle
• law
• blueprint
• formula
• direction
• directive
• statute
• canon
• order
• directory
• ordinance
• constitution
• bylaw
• commandment
• act
• decree
• ground rule
• reg
• fundamental
• maxim
• value
• edict
• precept
• axiom
• decalogue
• restriction
• command
• dictate
• practice
• fiat
• prohibition
• ban
• charge
• behest
• tradition
• convention
• custom
• way
• habit
• proscription
• moral
• manners
• practise
• interdiction
• mores

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of guideline

This can be done via employees consulting guidelines for appropriate classification or when an employee is creating a new document by pulling information from an existing classified one, in which class the classification carries forward, according to Justsecurity.org. —Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025

While streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music have relatively clear legal guidelines, the legalities around X have been a moving target since Elon Musk acquired the platform in 2022. —Jem Aswad, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025

Thomas competed under those guidelines, which allowed female transgender swimmers who had completed one year of hormone replacement therapy to compete. —Annie Ma, Chicago Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025

Private universities, like TCU, may have additional guidelines in place for protests. —Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Mar. 2025