Principle Meaning

There are 6 meaning(s) for word Principle

Meaning 1 : (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)

    Example : the principles of internal-combustion engines

    Synonyms : rationale
Meaning 2 : rule of personal conduct

    Synonyms : precept
Meaning 3 : a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system

    Example : the principle of the conservation of mass,the principle of jet propulsion

    Synonyms : rule
Meaning 4 : 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 : rule
Meaning 5 : a basic truth or law or assumption

    Example : the principles of democracy

Meaning 6 : a rule or standard especially of good behavior

    Example : a man of principle,he will not violate his principles