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📜principle

noun
/ˈprɪnsəpəl/
principality principled
principle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning principle synonyms and antonyms card — visual word comparison principle collocation card — common word combinations and phrases

Meaning

a fundamental truth, law, or rule that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior
a basic rule or belief about what is right and wrong that influences how you behave
A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior.

Example Sentences

She refused to lie because it was against her principles.

It's against my principles to lie.

Honesty is a key principle of leadership.

Example Expressions

in principle

Synonyms

rule, law, tenet, belief, doctrine, standard, guideline, maxim
Entry 1
rule, law, tenet, belief, doctrine
Entry 2
rule, law, standard, doctrine
Entry 3
rule, guideline, standard, doctrine, tenet, maxim

Antonyms

exception, anomaly, deviation, violation, breach, departure
Entry 1
exception, anomaly
Entry 2
exception, deviation
Entry 3
exception, deviation, violation, breach, departure, anomaly

Collocations

basic principle, guiding principle, general principle, moral principle, moral principles, basic principles, guiding principles, in principle
Entry 1
basic principle, guiding principle, general principle, moral principle
Entry 2
moral principles, basic principles, guiding principles, in principle

More Example Sentences

In our office, honesty is valued as a core principle.

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