precept

noun
UK: /ˈpriːsept/
US: /ˈpriːsept/

  1. A general rule intended to regulate behavior or thought.

    1. Follow the main precept and do not lie.
    2. The school runs on the precept that all children should be treated equally.

  2. A principle or instruction, especially one concerning morals or conduct.

    1. My grandma always told me a precept about being kind.
    2. Living by the precept of honesty, she always told the unvarnished truth.

Synonyms

law commandment rule tenet guideline doctrine principle

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "precept" in English means: A general rule intended to regulate behavior or thought., A principle or instruction, especially one concerning morals or conduct..

The phonetic transcription of "precept" is /ˈpriːsept/ in British English and /ˈpriːsept/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "precept": law, commandment, rule, tenet, guideline, doctrine, principle.

Example usage of "precept": "Follow the main precept and do not lie.". More examples on the page.