Is principle a common or proper noun?

Answer 1

The word principle is a common noun, a general word for any kind of principle.

A proper noun is the name of a person, place, thing, or a title; for example:

• The Peter Principle, formulated by Dr. Laurence J. Peter in his book called 'The Peter Principle'
• Principle Road, Camarillo, CA
• Principle Graphics Ltd., Northhampton, UK
• 'The Domino Principle' (1977 movie) with Gene Hackman

Answer 2

"Principle" can function as both a common noun and a proper noun, depending on how it is used in a sentence. As a common noun, it refers to a fundamental truth or law, while as a proper noun, it can refer to a specific person or organization named Principle.