Definitions
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Principles.
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Principles - 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)
Principles - 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
"He firmly believed in the principles of justice and equality."
"The company's success can be attributed to its strong guiding principles."
"The teacher emphasized the importance of moral principles."
"She always tried to live her life according to her own principles."
"The book explores the principles of physics in a simple and engaging way."
Word Game Points
Is PRINCIPLES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, principles is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PRINCIPLES has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is PRINCIPLES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, principles is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPRINCIPLES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is PRINCIPLES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, principles is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPRINCIPLES has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
