principium
- noun
- /prɪnˈsɪpiəm/
- Formal
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principio
- Space and time, for him, constituted the principium individuationis, the ground of individuation.
Examples
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Understanding the principium behind moral choices is essential in ethical discussions.
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The principium of his argument is based on the works of ancient philosophers.
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What he calls the principium individuationis the principle of individuation.
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In science, the principium of experimentation is to test hypotheses through observation.
Synonyms
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A basic idea or law that explains how something works
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A very important idea or part that something depends on
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An important rule or idea that forms the base for other knowledge
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Basic ideas and facts that form the foundation of a subject
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A basic idea that something is built on
A basic idea or belief that other things depend on
How Fundamental
Surface Forms
Etymology
Principium comes from Latin and is related to principle and principal, all from a root that means 'first' or 'beginning'. So a principium is a basic starting point or rule, which is why we use it for a fundamental idea in science or philosophy.