principles

Definitions

Fundamental truths or propositions that serve as the foundation for a system of belief, behavior, or reasoning.

A personal or social code of conduct or moral rules that guide one's actions.

General scientific laws or natural rules that explain how something works or is constructed.

Examples

She refused to compromise her moral principles for a promotion.

The scientific method is based on a few fundamental principles of logic and observation.

Synonyms

beliefs morals values ethics ideals standards tenets

Antonyms

ambiguity corruption immorality unreliability dishonesty vice indecision