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    ten·et
    /ˈtenət/

    noun

    • 1. a principle or belief, especially one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy: "the tenets of a democratic society"

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  2. The meaning of TENET is a principle, belief, or doctrine generally held to be true; especially : one held in common by members of an organization, movement, or profession. How to use tenet in a sentence.

  3. TENET definition: 1. one of the principles on which a belief or theory is based: 2. one of the principles on which a…. Learn more.

  4. TENET meaning: 1. one of the principles on which a belief or theory is based: 2. one of the principles on which a…. Learn more.

  5. Tenet definition: any opinion, principle, doctrine, dogma, etc., especially one held as true by members of a profession, group, or movement.. See examples of TENET used in a sentence.

  6. A tenet is a principle or belief honored by a person or, more often, a group of people. "Seek pleasure and avoid pain" is a basic tenet of Hedonism. "God exists" is a tenet of most major religions.

  7. The tenets of a theory or belief are the main principles on which it is based. [formal] Non-violence and patience are the central tenets of their faith. [ + of] The judge's ruling was based on the simple commonsense tenet that no man is above the law. Synonyms: principle, rule, doctrine, creed More Synonyms of tenet.

  8. Definition of tenet noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  9. Tenet definition: A doctrine, principle, or position held as part of a philosophy, religion, or field of endeavor.

  10. a principle or belief of a theory or religion: one of the basic tenets of Islam. (Definition of tenet from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

  11. tenet meaning, definition, what is tenet: a principle or belief, especially one th...: Learn more.

  12. Define tenet. tenet synonyms, tenet pronunciation, tenet translation, English dictionary definition of tenet. principle, belief, doctrine; part of a body of doctrine: tenet of a church Not to be confused with: tenant – occupant; one who holds the right to occupy a...

  13. ten•et (ten′ it; Brit. also tē′ nit), n. any opinion, principle, doctrine, dogma, etc., esp. one held as true by members of a profession, group, or movement. belief, position. Synonyms: principle, belief, teaching, ideology, doctrine, more...

  14. tenet / ˈ tɛnət/ noun. plural tenets. Britannica Dictionary definition of TENET. [count] formal. : a belief or idea that is very important to a group. the central tenets of a religion. one of the basic tenets of the fashion industry. TENET meaning: a belief or idea that is very important to a group.

  15. Jun 2, 2024 · tenet (plural tenets) An opinion, belief, or principle that is held as absolute truth by someone or especially an organization.

  16. There are two meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun tenet. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

  17. a principle or belief of a theory or religion: one of the basic tenets of Islam. (Definition of tenet from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

  18. Aug 26, 2020 · As a word, a “tenet” is defined as a principle or a belief, traditionally relating to a religion or philosophical understanding – and within the film this seems to tie into The Protagonist’s...

  19. Tenet noun. Position; principle; opinion. Etymology: from tenet, Latin, he holds. That all animals of the land are in their kind in the sea, although received as a principle, is a tenet very questionable. Thomas Browne, Vulgar Errours, b. iii.

  20. A complete guide to the word "TENET": definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.

  21. A 'tenet' is a principle or belief held to be true. A 'tenant' is a person who rents a house, apartment, etc. from a landlord. Read on for a simple trick to keep them apart.

  22. Synonyms for TENET: principle, rule, standard, premise, law, theory, precept, assumption, doctrine, basis.

  23. Jun 20, 2024 · All you need to know about "TENET" in one place: definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.

  24. Mar 7, 2024 · A tenet is a belief or doctrine accepted by members of a group, while a principle is a foundational truth or proposition that guides behavior or reasoning.

  25. Rishi Sunak has intervened in a row between Kemi Badenoch and actor David Tennant, saying the Doctor Who star is "the problem". Tennant suggested at the British LGBT Awards last week that he ...

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