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- Dictionaryaphorism/ˈafərɪz(ə)m/
noun
- 1. a pithy observation which contains a general truth: "the old aphorism ‘the child is father to the man’"
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APHORISM definition: 1. a short clever saying that is intended to express a general truth: 2. a short clever saying…. Learn more.
1. : a concise statement of a principle. 2. : a terse formulation of a truth or sentiment : adage. the high-minded aphorism, "Let us value the quality of life, not the quantity" 3. : an ingeniously terse style of expression : aphoristic language. These are dazzling chapters, packed with perfectly chosen anecdotes and pithy with aphorism.
An aphorism is a short saying that observes a general truth. Aphorisms are often concise and mildly humorous statements that are intended to appeal to the masses as a message of wisdom or understanding, such as “some days you eat the bear; some days the bear eats you.”
APHORISM meaning: 1. a short clever saying that is intended to express a general truth: 2. a short clever saying…. Learn more.
Aphorism Definition. What is an aphorism? Here’s a quick and simple definition: An aphorism is a saying that concisely expresses a moral principle or an observation about the world, presenting it as a general or universal truth.
An aphorism (from Greek ἀφορισμός: aphorismos, denoting 'delimitation', 'distinction', and 'definition') is a concise, terse, laconic, or memorable expression of a general truth or principle. Aphorisms are often handed down by tradition from generation to generation.
An aphorism is a statement or saying that is both efficiently presented and either witty or wise. While there are loads of trite and silly statements, a good aphorism is supposed to stand the test of time and remain true and elegant — a very difficult task!
Aphorism definition: a terse saying embodying a general truth, or astute observation, as “Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely” (Lord Acton).. See examples of APHORISM used in a sentence.
A short, pointed sentence expressing a wise or clever observation or a general truth; maxim; adage. Webster's New World. An original laconic phrase conveying some principle or concept of thought. Wiktionary. Synonyms: apophthegm. apothegm. saying. slogan. precept. moral. axiom. epigram. saw. adage. proverb. dictum. motto.
1. A tersely phrased statement of a truth or opinion; an adage. See Synonyms at saying. 2. A brief statement of a scientific principle. [French aphorisme, from Old French, from Late Latin aphorismus, from Greek aphorismos, from aphorizein, to delimit, define : apo-, apo- + horizein, to delimit, define; see horizon .] aph′o·rist n.
