All 4 Uses of
principle
in
Hedda Gabler
- You declared they were adapted only for men of the strictest principles.†
Act 2 *
- But no doubt Mr. Lovborg's principles are strict enough now.†
Act 2
- Faithful to your principles, now and for ever!†
Act 2
- Well, I fancy that altered his purpose; for we menfolk are unfortunately not always so firm in our principles as we ought to be.†
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