Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Informal norms are unwritten rules and behaviors that are considered acceptable or expected by members of a group or society. They guide everyday interactions without the need for formal enforcement.
The process by which individuals learn and internalize the values, beliefs, and norms of their society, shaping their sense of self and societal roles.
Mores: Strongly held norms within a society that dictate what is morally right and wrong, often with significant social consequences for violations