Principles Crossword Clue

Q: What's the best solution for Principles?

The most likely answer for the crossword clue Principles is IDEALS. Other possible answers include TENETS, AXIOMS, precept, precepts, principle, rationale, rationales, rule, among others.

Q: How many solutions are there for Principles?

We have found 10 possible answers for the crossword clue Principles.

Q: What is another word for Principles?

We list 7 synonyms related to Principles. Common alternatives include RULE, RULES, PRECEPT, PRECEPTS.

Q: Which crosswords feature clues like Principles?

Clues like Principles often appear in daily crosswords from publications such as The Times Specialist, Daily Mail Mailword, Financial Times Polymath, The Sun Two Speed, The Times Quick Cryptic, among others.

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Crossword clue last updated: 14/01/2026

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Hint 1: Meaning

(law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature); "the rationale for capital punishment"; "the principles of internal-combustion engi...

Hint 2: Synonyms

RULE, RULES, IDEALS

Hint 3: Best answers

IDEALS, TENETS, AXIOMS

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Best answers for Principles

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All 10 answers for Principles

Principles with 4 letters (1)

Answer	Letters
RULE	4

Principles with 5 letters (1)

Answer	Letters
RULES	5

Principles with 6 letters (3)

Answer	Letters
IDEALS	6
TENETS	6
AXIOMS	6

Principles with 7 letters (1)

Answer	Letters
PRECEPT	7

Principles with 8 letters (1)

Answer	Letters
PRECEPTS	8

Principles with 9 letters (2)

Answer	Letters
PRINCIPLE	9
RATIONALE	9

Principles with 10 letters (1)

Answer	Letters
RATIONALES	10

Synonyms for Principles

We found 7 synonyms.

9 letter words

10 letter words

RATIONALES

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What's the best solution for Principles?

The most likely answer for the crossword clue Principles is IDEALS. Other possible answers include TENETS, AXIOMS, precept, precepts, principle, rationale, rationales, rule, among others.

How many solutions are there for Principles?

We have found 10 possible answers for the crossword clue Principles.

How do I find a solution for Principles?

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What is another word for Principles?

We list 7 synonyms related to Principles. Common alternatives include RULE, RULES, PRECEPT, PRECEPTS.

Which crosswords feature clues like Principles?

Clues like Principles often appear in daily crosswords from publications such as The Times Specialist, Daily Mail Mailword, Financial Times Polymath, The Sun Two Speed, The Times Quick Cryptic, among others.

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