All 3 Uses of
principle
in
The Communist Manifesto
- They do not set up any sectarian principles of their own, by which to shape and mould the proletarian movement.†
*principles = basic rules or beliefs
- The theoretical conclusions of the Communists are in no way based on ideas or principles that have been invented, or discovered, by this or that would-be universal reformer.†
- They attack every principle of existing society.†
principle = basic rule or belief
Definition:
a basic rule or belief
The 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