principles

名词 principle:

1. a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct
   同义词：principle, rule
2. a rule or standard especially of good behavior
   同义词：principle
3. a basic truth or law or assumption
   同义词：principle
4. a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system
   同义词：principle, rule
5. rule of personal conduct
   同义词：principle, precept
6. (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)
   同义词：rationale, principle