Principle and Yardstick

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

Yardstick and principle are semantically related In some cases you can use "Yardstick" instead a noun "Principle".

Nearby Words: principal, principled, principally, principe

Yardstick

Yardstick noun - Something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared.
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Synonyms for Yardstick

Principle and yardstick are semantically related in standard topic. Sometimes you can use "Principle" instead a noun "Yardstick".

How words are described

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