in principle — used to say that something is theoretically possible or correct, though it may not happen in practice
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: used to say that something is theoretically possible or correct, though it may not happen in practice
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪn ˈprɪnsəpəl/
Korean meaning: 원칙적으로, 이론상으로는
Korean pronunciation: 인 **프린**서플
Example Sentences
- The teacher agreed in principle to extend the deadline, but warned it might not happen again.
- My diet plan works perfectly in principle, but in practice, pizza always wins.
- In principle, I support early morning exercise, but my bed disagrees with this principle.
in principle
ADVERB//ɪn ˈprɪnsəpəl//
used to say that something is theoretically possible or correct, though it may not happen in practice
used to say that something is theoretically possible or correct, though it may not happen in practice
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Origin
From Latin 'principium' meaning 'beginning' or 'foundation,' which derives from 'princeps' (first, chief). The phrase emerged in English by the 16th century as a translation of Latin 'in principio' to express theoretical or foundational concepts.
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“The teacher agreed in principle to extend the deadline, but warned it might not happen again.”
“My diet plan works perfectly in principle, but in practice, pizza always wins.”
“In principle, I support early morning exercise, but my bed disagrees with this principle.”
“The company accepts the proposal in principle, pending further review.”
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