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Basic Principle

/ˈbeɪ.sɪk ˈprɪn.sə.pəl/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior.

    "The basic principles of democracy include freedom of speech and equality before the law."
  2. 2

    A rule or standard that guides actions or decisions.

    "Understanding the basic principles of physics is essential for engineering students."

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The term 'basic' originates from the Latin word 'basis', meaning foundation, and 'principle' comes from the Latin 'principium', meaning beginning or source. Over time, these words evolved to signify fundamental truths or propositions that serve as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior.

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