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maxim

UK
/ˈmæksɪm/
US
/ˈmæksɪm/

Translations

maximnoun
maxims
pl
UK
/ˈmæksɪm/
US
/ˈmæksɪm/
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.
Synonyms
axiom
principle
rule
saying
adage
proverb
dictum
aphorism

Definitions

maximnoun
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.'
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