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principles A set of rules or guidelines that are considered fundamental and essential to a particular belief system or way of life. ■ "I may not have been born yesterday, but I still believe in the principles of honesty and integrity."
Amoral Having no moral principles or values, and being guided solely by self-interest. ■ "The politician was amoral - he lied to the public and took bribes without a second thought."
Bases The underlying principles or foundations of something. ■ "You can't build a successful business without a solid base of customers."
Creeds A set of beliefs or principles that are considered to be true by a group of people, often religious in nature. ■ The Scientologists believe in a series of strange and unusual creeds that many find unsettling.
doctrine A set of beliefs or principles held by a group of people, often related to religion. ■ "I may not believe in the same doctrine as you, but that doesn't mean I can't respect your beliefs."
Engineering The art of applying scientific principles and mathematics to design, develop, test, and improve machines, processes, and systems. ■ "I'm an engineer, not a magician. I can't just make things work with my hands!"
Ethic A set of moral principles that govern a person's behavior and actions. ■ "I know it's not ethical, but I can't resist eating all the donuts in the office."
Ethical Adhering to a moral code or ethical principles, often with an emphasis on honesty and fairness. ■ "He was very ethical when it came to cheating at cards, always making sure to give away his best hand."
fundamental The most basic or essential part of something; the foundation. ■ "I don't care about the fancy details, I just need to know the fundamental principles of calculus."
Ideals A set of beliefs or principles that a person holds to be true and right, often related to morality, ethics, or politics. ■ "My ideals include honesty, integrity, and a commitment to social justice."
Integrity The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles, even when it is difficult or unpopular to do so. ■ "Despite facing immense pressure to compromise her integrity, the whistleblower stood firm and exposed the company's illegal activities."
Morality A collection of principles and values that determine what is considered right or wrong, good or bad. ■ "I don't understand why you think it's okay to lie to your friends. That's not very moral of you."
morals The principles and values that guide a person's behavior, often involving making good or bad decisions. ■ "His morals were questionable after he stole the office supplies."
philosophical Characterized by or reflecting the principles and methods of philosophy. ■ "Wow, that's a very philosophical way to look at it."
republican A person who believes in the principles of a republic, particularly one who is an active member of the Republican Party. ■ "I'm not really a fan of republicans, they always seem so narrow-minded and conservative."
rigor A strict adherence to a set of rules or principles, often associated with harshness or severity. ■ The gym teacher was known for his rigor and would make sure every student completed all the exercises with proper form.
rule A set of principles or guidelines that dictate behavior in a particular situation or context. ■ "I may have broken the rule, but I couldn't resist sneaking an extra slice of pizza."
Standards A set of rules or principles that are followed by a particular group or organization. ■ The school had strict standards for behavior, but the principal always bent the rules for her favorite students.
Tenets The principles or beliefs of a particular religion or philosophy. ■ "I may not have all the tenets of my faith figured out, but I'm pretty sure that loving thy neighbor is the most important one."
unprincipled A person who lacks morals or principles, and is willing to do whatever it takes to get what they want. ■ "John may be unprincipled, but he sure knows how to make a deal!
values A set of moral principles or beliefs that a person or society holds dear and considers important. ■ When asked about his values, the man replied "Honesty, integrity, and never telling fibs."
astronomy The study of celestial objects and phenomena, such as stars, planets, and galaxies, using scientific methods and principles. ■ "I'm majoring in astronomy because I want to become an expert on the inner workings of black holes. Or maybe just because I find it hilarious that something so big and mysterious is actually just a bunch of gas."
basics The fundamental principles and concepts of a subject, often taught in introductory courses. ■ When it comes to cooking, the basics are all you need to know. For example, if you don't understand how to chop an onion, you're never going to be able to make a good omelette.
capitalist A person who believes in the principles of capitalism, including private ownership of property and the free market. ■ After hearing that his favorite company was being taken over by a socialist government, the capitalist was devastated and immediately started investing in stocks to protect his wealth.
Constitution A written document that defines the laws and principles of a country or organization. ■ When the new king decided to change the constitution, he was met with fierce resistance from the citizens who were afraid of losing their rights.
ethics A set of moral principles or values that guide a person's behavior and decision-making. ■ The politician was forced to resign after it was discovered that he had been selling his influence for personal gain, which goes against his stated ethical code.
homeopathic Relating to or based on the principles of homeopathy, a system of medicine that uses very small doses of substances to treat illness. ■ When my friend accidentally ingested a whole box of chocolates, I suggested he try some homeopathic chocolate remedies to help him feel better.
Hygiene 1 The practice of keeping oneself clean and healthy, especially through regular bathing and grooming. ■ I forgot my toothbrush at home and my mouth felt like a garbage disposal by the end of the day. I clearly need to work on my dental hygiene.; 2 a A sense of moral or ethical purity, often associated with religious beliefs or societal norms. ■ I grew up in a very strict household where hygiene was paramount. My parents believed that if we didn't wash our hands before every meal, we were going to hell. It's no wonder I have OCD now.; b The act of pretending to be clean or healthy when in reality you are quite the opposite. ■ I told my boss I was feeling great and had a lot of energy, but in reality I was dying of exhaustion. My lack of hygiene skills must have given me away. The study or principles of maintaining good health, including proper nutrition and exercise. ■ I wanted to get in shape for my summer vacation, so I started a strict hygiene routine that included daily yoga and a diet of nothing but kale smoothies. Unfortunately, my friends started calling me "The Hygienic Nazi" because I was so obsessed with cleanliness.
Mechanical Adjective describing something that is made by or operated by machinery, rather than by human hands. ■ "The robot may have been mechanical, but it was still an impressive sight to behold.", Relating to or concerning the theory and practice of mechanics. ■ "I need to study more if I want to understand the mechanical principles behind this machine.", Intended or calculated to produce a desired effect, especially through the use of machinery. ■ "The musician used mechanical devices to create unique sounds for their performance."
mechanics The study of the laws and principles that govern the motion and operation of machines, including their construction, repair, maintenance, and operation. ■ Why did the mechanic refuse to fix the bike? Because he knew it was a lost cause!
Policy A set of rules or principles that govern behavior in a particular area, such as business, politics, or education. ■ When the new CEO announced his policy of mandatory fun every Friday, the employees were ecstatic. They spent the rest of the week coming up with ideas for how to make every Friday a blast!