principled — having strong moral principles; acting in accordance with morality and ethics
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having strong moral principles; acting in accordance with morality and ethics
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈprɪnsəpəld/
Korean meaning: 원칙이 확고한, 도덕적 신념이 강한
Korean pronunciation: **프린**서플드
Example Sentences
- The principled politician refused the bribe even though he desperately needed campaign funds.
- My principled grandmother won't even take extra ketchup packets from McDonald's because 'it's stealing'.
- He took a principled stance against the company's unethical practices, even risking his job.
principled
ADJECTIVE//ˈprɪnsəpəld//
having strong moral principles; acting in accordance with morality and ethics
a well-dressed business executive stands firmly at a conference table, pushing away a briefcase full of money. The executive's posture shows determination as they shake their head and point toward the door. The person offering the bribe looks surprised and frustrated by the rejection. Other meeting participants around the table nod approvingly at the executive's honest stance. Some colleagues smile and lean back in their chairs with respect. someone acting in accordance with strong moral principles despite financial temptation
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Origin
From Latin 'principium' meaning 'beginning' or 'foundation,' which comes from 'princeps' (first, chief). The word evolved through Old French into English 'principle,' then gained the adjective suffix '-ed.'
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“The principled politician refused the bribe even though he desperately needed campaign funds.”
“My principled grandmother won't even take extra ketchup packets from McDonald's because 'it's stealing'.”
“He took a principled stance against the company's unethical practices, even risking his job.”
“She's so principled that she returns shopping carts to the store even during thunderstorms.”
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