principle
- noun (n)
Meaning: law, standard
Synonyms:
assumption
axiom
basis
canon
convention
criterion
dictum
doctrine
dogma
ethic
form
formula
foundation
fundamental
golden rule
ground
maxim
origin
postulate
precept
prescript
principium
proposition
regulation
rule
source
theorem
truth
usage
verity
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