golden rule

[gohl-duhn rool] / ˈgoʊl dən ˈrul /

NOUN

categorical imperative

Synonyms

WEAK

utilitarianism

NOUN

principle

Synonyms

STRONGEST

assumption basis convention doctrine ethic foundation fundamental precept proposition regulation rule truth

STRONG

axiom canon criterion dictum dogma form formula ground maxim origin postulate prescript source theorem usage verity

WEAK

principium

Antonyms

STRONG

ambiguity effect end result

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"But along with this, the golden rule is - if it's too good to be true, it's probably not true and if something doesn't feel right, stop and ask for help."

From BBC • May 18, 2026

The golden rule of credit-card spending is to pay off your balance every month.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

Papperger had broken a golden rule of dealing with the U.S. government: Never announce anything related to the sharing of technology without first getting approval.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 29, 2025

Historically, the game has followed a golden rule.

From Slate • Nov. 18, 2025

It enforces unselfishness, benevolence, kindness, and the golden rule, “Do unto others as you would others should do unto you.”

From The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness Being a Complete Guide for a Gentleman's Conduct in all his Relations Towards Society by Hartley, Cecil B.

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