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    tenet
    /ˈtɛnɪt/

    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. Nov 4, 2017 · 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.

  3. 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.

  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. Definition of 'tenet' tenet. (tenɪt ) Word forms: tenets. countable noun. 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.

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

  8. tenet. noun [ C ] uk / ˈtenɪt / us. Add to word list. a principle or belief of a theory or religion: one of the basic tenets of Islam.

  9. 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...

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

  11. 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.