Word: Principle
How to pronounce: ˈprɪnsɪp(ə)l
Noun
Definitions:
1. A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior or for a chain of reasoning.
Example sentences: "The basic principles of Christianity"
2. A general scientific theorem or law that has numerous special applications across a wide field.
Example sentences: "Physics has a big advantage here, since the ability to derive interesting conclusions from general principles comes earlier in physics than in other sciences."
3. A fundamental source or basis of something.
Synonyms:
tenet
maxim
guideline
rule
precept
fundamental
basis
rationale
concept
philosophy
Derivations:
principal
Principe
principally
principled
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Principle in Other Languages...
Spanish: Principio
German: Prinzip
French: Principe
Italian: Principio
Turkish: Prensip
