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Guideline vs Nonguideline - What's the difference?

guideline | nonguideline |

As a noun guideline

is a non-specific rule or principle that provides direction to action or behaviour.

As an adjective nonguideline is

(chiefly|legal) not having or pertaining to guidelines.

guideline

English

Noun

(en noun)
  • A non-specific rule or principle that provides direction to action or behaviour.
    • He considered the Ten Commandments more a guideline than a requirement.
  • A plan or explanation to guide one in setting standards or determining a course of action.
  • A light line, used in lettering, to help align the text.

    • Synonyms

    * (non-specific rule) rule of thumb * (plan or explanation) rule of thumb

    nonguideline

    English

    Adjective

    (-)
  • (chiefly, legal) Not having or pertaining to guidelines.