Axiom and Principle

Axiom

Axiom noun - (logic) a proposition that is not susceptible of proof or disproof; its truth is assumed to be self-evident.
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Synonyms for Axiom

Principle is a synonym for axiom in order topic. In some cases you can use "Principle" instead a noun "Axiom", when it comes to topics like postulate, accepted truth. popular alternative

Nearby Word: axiomatic

Principle

Principle noun - A basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct.
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Synonyms for Principle

Axiom is a synonym for principle in belief topic. You can use "Axiom" instead a noun "Principle", if it concerns topics such as order, law, doctrine, postulate. popular alternative

Nearby Words: principal, principled, principally, principe

How words are described

old old axiom old principle
general general axiom general principle
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