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maxim

UK
/ˈmæksɪm/
US
/ˈmæksɪm/
maximnoun
maxims
pl
UK
/ˈmæksɪm/
US
/ˈmæksɪm/
Translations
The maxim 'actions speak louder than words' is often used to emphasize the importance of deeds over promises.
La maxime « les actes parlent plus fort que les mots » est souvent utilisée pour souligner l'importance des actes plutôt que des promesses.
Additional translations
maximeAu sens de principe ou règle de conduite.
Definitions
A short, pithy statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct.
The maxim 'actions speak louder than words' is often used to emphasize the importance of deeds over promises.
A general rule or principle of conduct; a precept.
He tried to live by the maxim 'honesty is the best policy.'
Synonyms
axiom
principle
rule
saying
adage
proverb
dictum
aphorism
maximproper noun
Definitions
A male given name, ultimately derived from Latin Maximus.
Maxim arrived early for the meeting.
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