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principle vs superposition

superposition vs principle

principle and superposition both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
principle Yes No No No
superposition Yes No No No
As nouns, superposition is a hyponym of principle; that is, superposition is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than principle:
  • principle: a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system
  • superposition: (geology) the principle that in a series of stratified sedimentary rocks the lowest stratum is the oldest
principle (noun) superposition (noun)
a basic truth or law or assumption the placement of one thing on top of another
a rule or standard especially of good behavior (geometry) the placement of one object ideally in the position of another one in order to show that the two coincide
(law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature) (geology) the principle that in a series of stratified sedimentary rocks the lowest stratum is the oldest
a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct (geology) the deposition of one geological stratum on another
a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system
rule of personal conduct
Difference between principle and superposition

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