ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLE Synonyms
There is 1 hypernym of the phrase accounting principle. (close relations)
Definition of ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLE
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axiom | nounn | |||||||
noun • a saying that is widely accepted on its own merits • (logic) a proposition that is not susceptible of proof or disproof; its truth is assumed to be self-evident | ||||||||
concept | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances | ||||||||
criterion | nounn | |||||||
noun • a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated • the ideal in terms of which something can be judged | ||||||||
doctrine | nounn | |||||||
noun • a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school | ||||||||
framework | nounn | |||||||
noun • a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process • the underlying structure • a structure supporting or containing something | ||||||||
guideline | nounn | |||||||
noun • a light line that is used in lettering to help align the letters • a detailed plan or explanation to guide you in setting standards or determining a course of action • a rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior | ||||||||
practice | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a customary way of operation or behavior • systematic training by multiple repetitions • translating an idea into action • the exercise of a profession • knowledge of how something is usually done verb • carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions • learn by repetition • engage in a rehearsal (of) • avail oneself to • engage in or perform | ||||||||
precept | nounn | |||||||
noun • rule of personal conduct • a doctrine that is taught | ||||||||
regulation | nounn | |||||||
noun • an authoritative command • a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior • the state of being controlled or governed • (embryology) the ability of an early embryo to continue normal development after its structure has been somehow damaged or altered • the act of bringing to uniformity; making regular • the act of controlling or directing according to rule adjective satellite • prescribed by or according to regulation | ||||||||
rule | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior • something regarded as a normative example • prescribed guide for conduct or action • (linguistics) a rule describing (or prescribing) a linguistic practice • a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct • the duration of a monarch's or government's power • dominance or power through legal authority • directions that define the way a game or sport is to be conducted • any one of a systematic body of regulations defining the way of life of members of a religious order • a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system • (mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems • measuring stick consisting of a strip of wood or metal or plastic with a straight edge that is used for drawing straight lines and measuring lengths verb • exercise authority over; as of nations • decide with authority • be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance • decide on and make a declaration about • have an affinity with; of signs of the zodiac • mark or draw with a ruler • keep in check | ||||||||
standard | adverb, noun, adjectiveadv, n, adj | |||||||
adjective • conforming to or constituting a standard of measurement or value; or of the usual or regularized or accepted kind • established or well-known or widely recognized as a model of authority or excellence • conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers noun • a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated • the ideal in terms of which something can be judged • a board measure = 1980 board feet • the value behind the money in a monetary system • an upright pole or beam (especially one used as a support) • any distinctive flag adjective satellite • commonly used or supplied • regularly and widely used or sold | ||||||||
accounting standard | nounn | |||||||
noun • a principle that governs current accounting practice and that is used as a reference to determine the appropriate treatment of complex transactions |