Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-principle
adverb
/ɪn ˈprɪn.sɪ.pəl/
Definition
In principle refers to the basic idea or fundamental concept behind something, often without considering the practical aspects.
Examples
- In principle, the proposal was approved by the committee.
- The theory works in principle, but we need to test it further.
- In principle, I support your idea, but we need to discuss the details.
Meaning
It means that something is generally accepted or agreed upon based on theoretical understanding, even if it hasn’t been tested in practice.
Synonyms
- theoretically
- essentially
- fundamentally
