Principle – Synonyms, Antonyms, Meaning, Definition and More

Standard Synonyms

Standard synonyms for the word ‘principle’ include rule
Guideline
Tenet
And maxim.

Slang Synonyms

Rule
Moral
Code
Value

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.