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principle

CEFR: B2

A fundamental moral truth, ethical guideline, scientific law, or theoretical basis that governs behavior or systems.

Synonyms

tenet
precept
axiom

Common Collocations

fundamental principle
guiding principle
on principle

Example Sentence

Operating according to leave-no-trace principles ensures that hikers minimize their physical impact on natural habitats.

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