English / word
principle
noun B1MEANING IN ENGLISH
a fundamental truth, law, or moral rule that guides personal behavior or thought; A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior.
a basic rule or belief about what is right and wrong that influences how you behave
a fundamental truth, law, or rule that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior
In context
01
Honesty is an important principle.
02
The teacher explained the main principle of accounting.
Synonyms
rule,belief,standard
Antonyms
exception,violation,breach
Collocations
guiding principle,basic principle,moral principle