Definition of "rule-based" [rule-based]

• Based on a series of simple "if then" rules (adjective)

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• "In contrast, those with a more liberal political orientation tend to be more tolerant of out-groups, and to take a more context-dependent rather than rule-based approach to proper behavior."
• "Rule Of Law is not about making sure that all laws are followed; Rule Of Law is about rule-based enforcement of laws as opposed to whim based enforcement (or otherwise unpredictable enforcement of laws)."
• "Such standards would not be rule-based, but relationship-based."