principle

simple noun64 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.8

Refers to a foundational or essential rule.

A very important principle.

Refers to a core, essential rule.

A rule that applies widely.

A central or most important principle.

The principle that is the basis for something.

A principle related to science.

A principle related to law.

A principle related to politics.

A principle related to democracy.

Refers to a general, non-specific rule.

A principle related to a country's constitution.

A principle that is true or applicable everywhere and for everyone.

A principle that provides a structure or system for something.

A principle that exists as an idea, not a concrete reality.

A principle based on theory rather than practice.

A strong, fundamental principle that supports everything else.

A most important or main principle.

A principle concerning the distinction between right and wrong.

A principle relating to beliefs about what is morally right and wrong.

Strong and good moral rules.

Used when a principle is relevant to a situation.

The principle forms the basis of something.

The principle supports or strengthens something.

Something that is done based on a moral belief.

A person with high moral standards.

The psychoanalytic concept that humans instinctively seek pleasure and avoid pain.

In theory or as a general idea, but maybe not in reality.

The basic idea or rule that explains something.

To use a principle in a particular situation.

To set up or create a principle.

To act against a principle.

To create or develop a principle carefully.

To include a principle as part of something.

To mention a principle in order to support an argument.

To be a perfect example of a principle.

To continue to follow one's principles, especially in a difficult situation.

To follow a principle faithfully.

To go against one's moral rules in a way that is considered dishonorable.

To stop following one's moral rules.