Simple meaning
What does Policy mean?
A policy is a planned rule or guideline.
Dictionary definition
A planned rule or guideline used to make decisions and actions consistent.
Example sentences
Policy in a sentence
easy
Our school has a policy about phone use.
medium
The city updated its recycling policy.
hard
Clear policy helps groups make fair decisions.
Synonyms
Words like Policy
Antonyms
Opposite words
exceptionUse when normal policy is not applied.
randomnessUse when no policy guides decisions.
Word family
Policy word family
Base word
policy
noun
policies
More than one policy rule.
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What is a policy?
Policies guide decisions so actions stay fair and consistent.
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