policy

Definition

  • noun: an officially accepted set of rules or ideas about what should be done
  • noun: prudence or wisdom in the management of affairs
  • usually singular
  • synonyms: polity, course, cunning

Examples

  • He realized 'honesty is the best policy' and told them what really happened to their car.

  • I make it a 'policy' not to lend my friends money. [=I don't lend my friends money]

  • Property damage caused by fire is not covered under this 'policy'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Thank you. Okay, today we will be continuing our discussion on human sexuality. And as we discussed, the official school policy is abstinence. Now, that is very sensible. I'm glad that someone here has their head screwed on straight. I think all of us should make a pact to abstain from sex. (..)
    2009 17 Again