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Definition of Aphorism
1. Noun. A short pithy instructive saying.
Exact synonyms: Apophthegm, Apothegm
Generic synonyms: Axiom, Maxim
Derivative terms: Aphorise, Aphorist, Aphoristic, Aphoristic, Aphorize, Apothegmatic, Apothegmatic, Apothegmatical
Generic synonyms: Axiom, Maxim
Derivative terms: Aphorise, Aphorist, Aphoristic, Aphoristic, Aphorize, Apothegmatic, Apothegmatic, Apothegmatical
Definition of Aphorism
1. n. A comprehensive maxim or principle expressed in a few words; a sharply defined sentence relating to abstract truth rather than to practical matters.
Definition of Aphorism
1. Noun. An original laconic phrase conveying some principle or concept of thought. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Aphorism
1. a brief statement of a truth or principle [n -S]
Medical Definition of Aphorism
1. A short popular sayings effectively expressing or astutely professing general truths or useful thoughts. (12 Dec 1998)