principleddirection
nounUK /ˈprɪnsəpəld dəˈrɛkʃən/
US /ˈprɪnsəpəld dəˈrɛkʃən/
A way of going forward that follows good and fair rules.
The team chose a principled direction, always telling the truth and sharing credit.
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2. A plan for a project that is based on strong beliefs about what is right.
The charity's principled direction kept every dollar honest and open.
3. The steady steering of a group by someone who sticks to fair rules.
Her principled direction helped the club grow without breaking any promises.
4. A path in life chosen because it is right, not because it is easy.
He followed a principled direction and refused the shortcut that would hurt others.