axiomatic — self-evidently true; taken as given or assumed without proof
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: self-evidently true; taken as given or assumed without proof
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌæksiəˈmætɪk/
Example Sentences
- In his company, it's axiomatic that whoever brings donuts to the meeting gets to speak first.
- The axiomatic nature of mathematical principles makes them universally accepted.
- It's axiomatic that my cat will knock over anything I place near the edge of a table.
axiomatic
ADJECTIVE[/ˌæksiəˈmætɪk/]
self-evidently true; taken as given or assumed without proof
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek axioma meaning 'that which is thought worthy or fit,' derived from axios meaning 'worthy' or 'of equal value.' Greek mathematicians used this term for basic principles accepted as true without proof.
Breakdown
axio- (worthy, of value) + -matic (having the nature of, characterized by)
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📝Examples
“In his company, it's axiomatic that whoever brings donuts to the meeting gets to speak first.”
“The axiomatic nature of mathematical principles makes them universally accepted.”
“It's axiomatic that my cat will knock over anything I place near the edge of a table.”
“The axiomatic belief in democracy shapes our political system.”
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