Definition of Aphorism
Aphorism
a·phor·ism


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(noun)
A short, witty statement or phrase that expresses a general truth.

e.g. The philosopher's aphorism about the nature of reality sparked a lively debate.

(noun)
a concise statement of some fact or principle, especially one of scientific nature, as laid forth by an ancient classical scholar;

e.g. Many classical authors use an aphorism to begin a section of text.



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