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aphorism

/ˈæf.ə.rɪ.zəm/

/ˈæf.əˌrɪz.əm/

aphorismnoun

aphorisms

/ˈæf.ə.rɪ.zəm/

/ˈæf.əˌrɪz.əm/

Translations

The book is filled with insightful aphorisms.

Книга наполнена проницательными афоризмами.

Additional translations

Definitions

A concise statement of a principle or precept given in pointed words.

The teacher began the class with an aphorism about the importance of hard work.

A terse saying embodying a general truth or astute observation.

'Actions speak louder than words' is a well-known aphorism.

Synonyms

aphoristic saying

aphorismadjective

more aphorism

Comp.

most aphorism

Super.

/ˈæf.ə.rɪ.zəm/

/ˈæf.əˌrɪ.zəm/

Used attributively to modify a following noun (e.g., "an aphorism style").

Definitions

Relating to or characteristic of aphorisms; pithy or sententious in style.

The author’s aphorism tone makes every sentence feel like distilled wisdom.