axiom — a statement or principle that is generally accepted as being true and that can be used as a basis for argument or for further thought
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a statement or principle that is generally accepted as being true and that can be used as a basis for argument or for further thought
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæksiəm/
Korean meaning: 공리, 자명한 진리, 원리
Korean pronunciation: **악**시엄
Example Sentences
- In our family, 'pizza solves everything' is considered an unbreakable axiom.
- The axiom that hard work leads to success is challenged by lottery winners.
- Euclid's axioms form the foundation of classical geometry.
axiom
NOUN//ˈæksiəm//
a statement or principle that is generally accepted as being true and that can be used as a basis for argument or for further thought
The professor teaches students a mathematical axiom as foundation for learning
In the forum of maximum debate, axioms shine brightest.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'axioma' meaning 'that which is thought worthy' or 'a principle,' derived from 'axios' meaning 'worthy' or 'of equal value.' The word entered English through Latin and French in the 16th century.
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📝Examples
“In our family, 'pizza solves everything' is considered an unbreakable axiom.”
“The axiom that hard work leads to success is challenged by lottery winners.”
“Euclid's axioms form the foundation of classical geometry.”
“The company's business strategy is based on the axiom that customer satisfaction drives profits.”
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