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1. principle
noun. ['ˈprɪnsəpəl'] a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct.
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- principle (English)
- principe (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- principium (Latin)
2. principle
noun. ['ˈprɪnsəpəl'] a rule or standard especially of good behavior.
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- principle (English)
- principe (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- principium (Latin)
3. principle
noun. ['ˈprɪnsəpəl'] a basic truth or law or assumption.
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- principle (English)
- principe (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- principium (Latin)
4. principle
noun. ['ˈprɪnsəpəl'] a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system.
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- principle (English)
- principe (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- principium (Latin)
5. principle
noun. ['ˈprɪnsəpəl'] (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature).
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- principle (English)
- principe (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- principium (Latin)
6. bitter
adjective. ['ˈbɪtɝ'] marked by strong resentment or cynicism.
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- bitter (English)
- bitter (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
7. bitter
adjective. ['ˈbɪtɝ'] very difficult to accept or bear.
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- bitter (English)
- bitter (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
8. bitter
adjective. ['ˈbɪtɝ'] harsh or corrosive in tone.
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- bitter (English)
- bitter (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
9. bitter
adjective. ['ˈbɪtɝ'] expressive of severe grief or regret.
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- bitter (English)
- bitter (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
10. bitter
adjective. ['ˈbɪtɝ'] proceeding from or exhibiting great hostility or animosity.
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- bitter (English)
- bitter (Old English (ca. 450-1100))