Mores (noun)

1. Social norms or conventions that are considered important and are widely accepted in a particular society or culture.
2. Values, attitudes and behaviors that are considered to be appropriate in a particular social or cultural context.

Origin:

From the latin word 'mores' meaning 'customs, manners'.

Examples:

1. In that society, the mores dictate that children should show respect to their elders.
2. The mores of the community dictate that people should dress modestly in public.
3. The mores of the company dictate that employees should be punctual and professional.
4. The mores of the family dictate that the youngest should help the elders with chores.
5. The mores of the school dictate that students should be respectful to their teachers.