Standard Synonyms
Standard synonyms for the word ‘principle’ include rule
Guideline
Tenet
And maxim.
Slang Synonyms
Academic Synonyms
Tenet
Doctrine
Guideline
Maxim
Rule
Old English Synonyms
Old English words for principle include riht
Besþ
þeaw
And dom.
Regional Synonyms
Standard
Rule
Value
Guidelines
Framework
Industry-specific Synonyms
Tenet
Belief
Cornerstone
Mainstay
Antonyms
Rule
Blank
Chaos
Unordered
Perplexing
contradictory
Opposing
Jjspurious
Contradictory
Uncertain
Di”fferent.
Meaning
a fundamental truth or doctrine on which other truths or doctrines depend
Definition
a fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior or for a chain of reasoning
Example Sentences
The principle of the thing is simple enough.
I cannot recall the principle source.
he has the principles of a true gentleman
A false principle Grant pursued was that the civil war was about union, not slavery.
At heart, she is a good person with solid principles.