Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scientific-principle
noun
/ˈsaɪənˌtɪfɪk ˈprɪnəˌpəl/
Definition
A fundamental concept or assumption that serves as the foundation for scientific reasoning and experimentation.
Examples
- The law of gravity is a well-known scientific principle that describes why objects fall to the ground.
- Newton’s laws of motion are basic scientific principles that revolutionized the understanding of forces and motion.
- In biology, the principle of natural selection explains how species evolve over time.
Meaning
Scientific principles are guidelines that explain how scientific theories work, helping to clarify predictions and observations in nature.
Synonyms
- law
- theory
- concept
- rule
