Both Uses of
principle
in
Anne Frank, the Diary of a Young Girl
- Mrs. van Daan agreed with her, but felt it was wrong as a matter of principle to let youngsters read books written for adults.†
Chpt 42-09 *
- Even though I'm only fourteen, I know what I want, I know who's right and who's wrong, I have my own opinions, ideas and principles, and though it may sound odd coming from a teenager, I feel I'm more of a person than a child — I feel I'm completely independent of others.†
Chpt 44-03
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