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principle
a basic rule, belief, or idea that guides action or thought
Synonyms
- rule
- belief
- standard
principle in a sentence
Fairness is an important principle in a classroom discussion.
The team followed the principle that every member should be heard.
Where it comes from
From Latin principium 'beginning, source', from princeps 'first, chief'.
Memory hook
A principle is a rule you believe in; a principal is a person or main thing.
Read it in context
- The Blue Moth Story Social Science