PRINCIPLE
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Principle.
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Principle - as a noun
A basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct
Example: "Their principles of composition characterized all their works"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ruleHypernyms (Closely Related)
generalisationgeneralitygeneralizationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A rule or standard especially of good behavior
Example: "A man of principle"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
valueHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A basic truth or law or assumption
Example: "The principles of democracy"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
lawnatural lawHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system
Example: "The principle of the conservation of mass"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ruleHypernyms (Closely Related)
lawlaw of natureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
gestalt law of organizationgestalt principle of organizationle chatelier's lawle chatelier's principle
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Rule of personal conduct
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
preceptHypernyms (Closely Related)
prescriptruleHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)
Example: "The rationale for capital punishment"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rationaleHypernyms (Closely Related)
explanationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Principle - as a verb
To equip with principles; to establish, or fix, in certain principles; to impress with any tenet or rule of conduct.
Example Sentences
"I believe strongly in the principle of honesty."
"The school operates on the principle that all students should be treated equally."
"She based her decision on moral principles."
"The company's guiding principle is to prioritize customer satisfaction."
"He is a man of principles and always sticks to his beliefs."
Word Game Points
Is PRINCIPLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, principle is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PRINCIPLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is PRINCIPLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, principle is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPRINCIPLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is PRINCIPLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, principle is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPRINCIPLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
