A de facto standard refers to something that is commonly accepted or widely used, even though it has not been officially recognized or established as a standard. There are several synonyms that can be used to describe this concept, including the terms "unofficial standard," "tacit standard," and "practical standard." Additionally, the term "industry standard" can also be used in certain contexts as a synonym for de facto standard, particularly when referring to commonly accepted practices within a specific field or sector. Other similar terms that may be used include "de facto norm," "implicit standard," and "common practice." All of these terms describe a similar idea of a widely accepted convention or practice that is not officially recognized or regulated.