What Is to Be Principled?

A principle is a proposition or value that is a guide for behavior or evaluation. In law, it is a rule that has to be or usually is to be followed. It can be desirably followed, or it can be an inevitable consequence of something, such as the laws observed in nature or the way that a system is constructed.

What does it mean when a person is principled?

The IBO defines a principled person as someone who “… acts with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities.

What is an example of being principled?

Principled – Listening to others without interrupting. Expedient – Postponing or avoiding periodic checkups and preventive activities because you have other more pleasant priorities. Principled – Taking care of your health and your possessions with periodic physicals, lubes and oil changes, etc.

Chloe Bennett

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