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PRINCIPLES

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There are 7 meanings of the word Principles.

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Principles - as a noun

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 (Exact Relations)
rule4
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
generalisation15generality14generalization24
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Rule of personal conduct

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
precept13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
prescript15rule4
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

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

Example: "The rationale for capital punishment"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rationale9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
explanation20
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Principles - as a verb

To equip with principles; to establish, or fix, in certain principles; to impress with any tenet or rule of conduct.

Example Sentences

"He firmly believed in the principles of justice and equality."
"The company's success can be attributed to its strong guiding principles."
"The teacher emphasized the importance of moral principles."
"She always tried to live her life according to her own principles."
"The book explores the principles of physics in a simple and engaging way."
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Word Game Points

Is PRINCIPLES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, principles is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PRINCIPLES has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is PRINCIPLES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, principles is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PRINCIPLES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is PRINCIPLES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, principles is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PRINCIPLES has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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