in principle

as a general idea, theory, or belief Members of both parties agreed in principle that some federal dollars should be used to improve election systems.

Usage notes: said about something done without considering details or special situations

Related vocabulary: in theory

in principle

Fundamentally, in general, but not necessarily in all particulars. For example, The diplomats accepted the idea in principle but would rely on experts to work out all the details . [Early 1800s]

in principle

With regard to the basics: an idea that is acceptable in principle.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Theofylaktos	-	Greek
Vilhelms	-	Latvian
Lauretta	[lɔ:'retə]
Myrto	-	Greek
Ifan	-	Welsh
Leta	-	English