Both Uses of
principle
in
The Importance of Being Earnest
- There are principles at stake that one cannot surrender.†
Act 3
- The two weak points in our age are its want of principle and its want of profile.†
Act 3 *
Definition:
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(principle) a basic rule or beliefThe exact meaning of principle can depend upon its context. For example:
- "our guiding principles" -- basic moral beliefs that guide decisions and behavior
- "electromagnetic principles" -- rules describing how the world works
- "She lacks principles." -- lacks moral guidelines
- "We agree in principle." -- about important basic beliefs