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/ˈtɛnət/ · ten·et
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- An opinion, belief, or principle that is held as absolute truth by someone or especially an organization. The company's founding tenet is to prioritize customer satisfaction above all else.
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- A doctrine or principle that is adhered to by a particular group or movement. The tenet of non-violence was central to the philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi.
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Did you know? The word 'tenet' has been used by philosophers and thinkers throughout history, including the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle, who wrote extensively on the importance of holding certain tenets as absolute truth.