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principle - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
principle
Definition
(noun) a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct
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rule
Example Sentence
their principles of composition characterized all their works
Definition
(noun) a rule or standard especially of good behavior
Example Sentence
a man of principle
he will not violate his principles
Definition
(noun) a basic truth or law or assumption
Example Sentence
the principles of democracy
Definition
(noun) a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system
Synonyms
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rule
Example Sentence
the principle of the conservation of mass
the principle of jet propulsion
the right-hand rule for inductive fields
Definition
(noun) rule of personal conduct
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precept
Definition
(noun) (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)
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rationale
Example Sentence
the rationale for capital punishment
the principles of internal-combustion engines
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