POLICY Synonyms: 76 Similar and Opposite Words

policy

noun

ˈpä-lə-sē

Definition of policy

as in procedure

a way of acting or proceeding it's always been my policy not to spread rumors

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as in prudence

the ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters you should have exercised greater policy in your online relationships and not divulged so much personal information

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Recent Examples of policy Farms are at the behest of market fluctuations, domestic policy, international relations and mother nature. — Saige Miller, NPR, 23 Oct. 2026 The lineup covers general liability, workers’ compensation, professional liability, commercial auto, a business owner’s policy, and umbrella coverage, with cyber available as an add-on. — Matthew Kayser, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026 Lewis George said during the Democratic mayoral primary debate that revenue from the BAT could help fund her policy goals. — Irit Skulnik, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026 Rutinel’s messaging has focused on the rising cost of living and the Republicans’ immigration policies. — Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for policy

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Noun

As part of the agreement, the social media giant agreed to block some digital beauty filters for minors — specifically those mimicking extreme transformations like cosmetic procedures or heavy makeup.

— Chloe Veltman, NPR, 25 Oct. 2026
The Nevada Independent reports that Lombardo’s campaign has used those issues to question Ford’s fitness, while Ford says the clemency matter followed procedure and disputes the criticism.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of procedure

Noun

The agreement came after the EU unveiled a new Arctic strategy aimed at countering growing Russian and Chinese influence in the region.

— Lee Ying Shan,Matthew Tan, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2026
Its faster trial infrastructure, its more integrated translational pathways, and its willingness to link industrial strategy to health delivery hold lessons for governments around the world.

— Ruby Wang, semafor.com, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of strategy

Noun

The Democrat, who supports Jackson, thinks there’s wisdom in trying to avoid gaffes that distract from Collins.

— Julia Terruso, Time, 26 Oct. 2026
Peralta’s revival shows how postseason fortunes can defy conventional baseball wisdom and earn second chances for players.

— Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of wisdom

Noun

Another was that lower government spending for public health programs was leading to higher costs for private sector plans.

— Alana Semuels, Time, 22 Oct. 2026
The union argues that income limits topping $500,000 in parts of the state make it more a tax break for the wealthy than an education program.

— Lara Murray-Sterzel, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of program

Noun

The tightness of White’s control over his arrangements can occasionally foreclose the sense of chaotic freedom inherent to his more collaborative efforts.

— Ryan Meehan, Pitchfork, 26 Oct. 2026
This approach was meant to counter Vucic's one-man rule and restore a sense of community and solidarity.

— JOVANA GEC, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of sense

Noun

Renowned for its discretion, the hotel relies on old-school telephone and email bookings versus online reservations.

— Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026
Everything from the turndown service to the welcome drink with the hotel managers exuded the utmost in professionalism and discretion.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of discretion

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