aphorism — a pithy observation that contains a general truth
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a pithy observation that contains a general truth
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæfəˌrɪzəm/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's favorite aphorism was "Early to bed, early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise."
- He loves dropping aphorisms at dinner parties, thinking it makes him sound intellectual.
- The fortune cookie contained a cheesy aphorism about happiness.
aphorism
NOUN[/ˈæfəˌrɪzəm/]
a pithy observation that contains a general truth
The old philosopher carved a famous aphorism into the marble wall of the academy.
An aphorism through the prism heals every schism!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek aphorismos, meaning 'a marking off by boundaries' or 'definition.' Originally used by Hippocrates for concise medical principles, it evolved to mean any brief, wise saying.
Breakdown
apo- (from/away) + horizein (to bound/define) + -ismos (action/result suffix)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother's favorite aphorism was "Early to bed, early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise."”
“He loves dropping aphorisms at dinner parties, thinking it makes him sound intellectual.”
“The fortune cookie contained a cheesy aphorism about happiness.”
“"Actions speak louder than words" remains one of the most practical aphorisms.”
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