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principles

The word “principles” has 3 syllables: prin-ci-ples

It's pronounced as /ˈprɪn.sə.pəlz/

What is synonym and antonym for principles?

In the thesaurus, “principles” has 64 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for principles along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for principles

ABC(s)
alphabet
assumption
axiom
basics
basis
bedrock
belief
beliefs
canon
convention
cornerstone
criterion
customs
dictates
dictum
doctrine
dogma
elements
essentials
ethic
ethics
ethos
etiquette
faith
form
formula
foundation
fundamental
fundamentals
golden rule
grammar
ground
groundwork
keystone
law
manners
maxim
morality
morals
mores
nitty-gritty
norms
origin
philosophy
postulate
precept
prescript
principium
proposition
regulation
rudiments
rule
source
standard
standards
tenet
tenets
theorem
truth
underpinning
usage
values
verity

Antonyms for principles

ambiguity
details
effect
end
result
trivia

Meanings of principles

noun
1. Basic rules or beliefs that guide a person's behavior, decisions, and actions.
2. Moral standards that help people distinguish right from wrong.
3. Fundamental truths or laws that form the basis of a system, theory, or subject.

Example Sentences

Honesty and respect are important principles in life.
She always follows her moral principles.
The teacher explained the basic principles of science.
We should make decisions based on our principles.
The company operates according to ethical principles.

On this page you'll find 70 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to principles, such as: ABC(s), alphabet, ambiguity, assumption, axiom, basics, basis.

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