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derived principle

[dɪˈraɪvd ˈprɪnsəpəl]
nounpl: derived principles
princípio derivado
1. A principle that is obtained or developed from a more fundamental or basic principle through logical deduction or inference
The derived principle of conservation of energy comes from more fundamental laws of physics.
O princípio derivado da conservação de energia vem de leis mais fundamentais da física.
2. A secondary rule or guideline that follows as a consequence of a primary principle
In ethics, the derived principle of honesty may stem from the fundamental principle of respect for persons.
Em ética, o princípio derivado da honestidade pode derivar do princípio fundamental do respeito pelas pessoas.
Synonyms
secondary principleconsequent principleinferred principlededuced principle
Antonyms
fundamental principlebasic principleaxiomatic principleprimary principle

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
princípio derivado
Standard usage in academic and scientific contexts
São Paulo
princípio derivado
Common in educational and technical discourse
Portugal
princípio derivado
Standard usage aligned with European Portuguese academic terminology

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow from a principle
stem from a principle
derived from first principles
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