principle
/ˈpɹɪn.sɪ.pəl/noun3 syllables
Principle means: a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct.
Synonyms for principle6
noun, as in a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct
noun, as in a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system
noun, as in rule of personal conduct
noun, as in (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)
What does principle mean?6
noun
a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct“their principles of composition characterized all their works”
a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system“the principle of the conservation of mass”
rule of personal conduct
(law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)“the rationale for capital punishment”
a rule or standard especially of good behavior“a man of principle”
a basic truth or law or assumption“the principles of democracy”
Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.
Principle in a sentence
- In principle, there is a need for greater participation.GuidoW
- Hope, not fear, is the creative principle in human affairs.unknown
- The form varies, but in principle you remain alone.hajenso
- This is international common sense, the great principle of resource management.fcbond
- For me, this is a matter of principle.felidad
- The government considers peaceful, constructive work to be a fundamental principle.Miktsoanit
- Their laws are based on individualist principles, which are incompatible with our society.sabretou
- To see these principles at work, let's consider a straightforward example.DJ_Saidez
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Forms of principle
as a noun
- plural
- principles