Precept (N)
Pronunciation: PREE-sept
Word Meaning:
- A general rule or principle intended to regulate behavior or thought.
- A command or principle intended as a general rule of action.
Uses in Sentence:
- The precept of honesty is instilled in children from a young age.
- He followed the precept of treating others with kindness and respect.
Synonyms:
- Rule
- Guideline
- Principle
- Command
- Doctrine
Antonyms:
- Violation
- Disregard
- Exception
- Deviation
- Ignorance
Word Meaning in Hindi: “निर्देश” (Nirdesh), “सूचना” (Suchna), “सिख” (Sikh)
Word uses in Hindi:
- ईमानदारी का सिख बच्चों में बचपन से ही दी जाती है। (The precept of honesty is instilled in children from a young age.)
- उसने दूसरों के साथ उदारता और आदर के साथ बर्ताव करने का सूचना अनुसरण किया। (He followed the precept of treating others with kindness and respect.)