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What is another word for Principle? – 221 Principle Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    rule law doctrine theory concept idea notion standard guideline criterion tenet axiom precept maxim canon code ethic morality virtue value conviction belief faith principle foundation basis fundamental essence core heart gist crux mainstay pillar keystone cornerstone proposition postulate hypothesis thesis dogma creed mantra motto slogan adage saying aphorism proverb dictum prescription regulation statute ordinance decree edict fiat mandate directive instruction guideline principle principle

    Meaning of Principle

    A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior.

    Definitions

    • A rule or standard that guides behavior or decision-making.
    • A moral or ethical standard that guides an individual's actions.
    • A fundamental concept or idea that underlies a particular theory or doctrine.
    • A guiding principle or rule that shapes behavior or decision-making.

    Example Uses

    • The company's principle of fairness and transparency guides all of its business dealings.
    • The principle of gravity is a fundamental concept in physics.
    • She stood by her principle of always telling the truth, even when it was difficult.
    • The principle of supply and demand is a key concept in economics.
    • The principle of justice is a fundamental principle of the legal system.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    disregard neglect ignorance chaos anarchy lawlessness disobedience disregard violation infringement breach contravention infraction transgression sin wrongdoing misdeed misconduct immorality dishonesty deceit deception fraud corruption abuse misuse mismanagement misrule misgovernment maladministration malfeasance malpractice

    Related Nouns

    idea concept theory doctrine principle rule law standard guideline criterion tenet axiom precept maxim canon code ethic morality virtue value conviction belief faith foundation basis fundamental essence core heart gist crux mainstay pillar keystone cornerstone proposition postulate hypothesis thesis dogma creed mantra motto slogan

    Related Verbs

    guide direct lead govern regulate control manage administer oversee supervise prescribe dictate ordain decree enact establish institute found base ground rest depend rely trust believe have faith uphold maintain support defend justify rationalize

    Related Adjectives

    fundamental basic essential core central key primary main principal leading chief major important crucial vital critical necessary indispensable inherent intrinsic innate natural moral ethical virtuous good right just fair equitable impartial unbiased neutral objective rational logical reasonable sensible wise prudent discerning perceptive astute shrewd sagacious