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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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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. The Rolling Stones are responsible for penning one of the most catchy aphorisms of all time: "You can't always get what you want."
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.”
An aphorism is a short saying that expresses a truth in a memorable way. Aphorisms can sometimes be humorous, but are not necessarily so. They often have some parallelism or juxtaposition to make the point, such as in the example of Lord Acton’s famous quote “Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.”
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 (from Greek ἀφορισμός: aphorismos, denoting 'delimitation', 'distinction', and 'definition') is a concise, terse, laconic, or memorable expression of a general truth or principle. [1] Aphorisms are often handed down by tradition from generation to generation.
What is an Aphorism? Aphorism (pronounced AFF-or-ism) is a short statement of a general truth, insight, or good advice. It’s roughly similar to a “saying.” Aphorisms often use metaphors or creative imagery to get their general point across. For example: If the shoe fits, wear it.
An aphorism is a brief statement that conveys a general truth, principle, or observation about life. Aphorisms typically leave a lasting impression on the reader due to their concise and memorable nature. Aphorisms are available in different forms of literature such as essays, novels, and poetry.
