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aphorism Definition

Aphorism
(n.) A comprehensive maxim or principle expressed in a few words

aphorism Bedeutung

aphorism
apothegm
apophthegm
a short pithy instructive saying
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An aphorism is a terse saying, expressing a general truth, principle, or astute observation, and spoken or written in a laconic and memorable form. Aphorism literally means a "distinction" or "definition". The term was first used in the Aphorisms of Hippocrates. The oft-cited first sentence of this work is: