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1. uncertainty

noun. ['ənˈsɝːtənti'] being unsettled or in doubt or dependent on chance.

Etymology

  • certainty (English)
  • certeynte (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • un- (English)
  • on- (Middle English (1100-1500))

Rhymes with Uncertainty Principle

  • subprincipal
  • principal

3. principle

noun. ['ˈprɪnsəpəl'] a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct.

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Etymology

  • principe (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
  • principium (Latin)

7. principle

noun. ['ˈprɪnsəpəl'] (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature).

Etymology

  • principe (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
  • principium (Latin)

8. principle

noun. ['ˈprɪnsəpəl'] rule of personal conduct.

Etymology

  • principe (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
  • principium (Latin)