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
Rules and principle are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Rules" instead a noun "Principle".
Rules
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- He actually considers himself evil, and rules by the principle of One Man, One Vote.
Source: Names To Run Away From / Titles - Same principle in Goblins, again with D&D rules.
Source: Distracting Disambiguation - According to the DA, the "Exclusionary Principle" rules out most of the other valid evidence against them.
Source: Hollywood Law
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