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Principled

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Having or demonstrating strong moral or ethical principles.

Usage:

• She is known for her principled approach to business, always making decisions based on what is right.
• The principled lawyer refused to defend a client he believed to be guilty.
• It is important to have principled leaders who will not compromise their values for personal gain.

Sense: Based on or manifesting objectively-defined standards of rightness or fairness.

Usage:

• In a principled negotiation, both parties strive to reach an agreement that satisfies their interests.
• The principled decision to distribute resources fairly among all employees led to a more harmonious work environment.
• She made a principled argument against the proposed policy, citing various ethical concerns.

Sense: Following or conforming to a specific principle or set of principles.

Usage:

• The company has a principled approach to sustainability, ensuring all their products are eco-friendly.
• He is a principled investor, only supporting companies that align with his values.
• The principled decision to support the local community has gained the company a loyal customer base.

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