Meaning Of The Word Aphorism
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Aphorism Meaning
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What's The Definition Of Aphorism?
aphorism
countable noun: An aphorism is a short witty sentence which expresses a general truth or comment. aphorism in American English a short, concise statement of a principle noun: a terse saying embodying a general truth, or astute observation, as “Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely” (Lord Acton) aphorism in British English noun: a short pithy saying expressing a general truth; maxim |
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