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aphorism

🇬🇧 UK/'æfәrizm/🇺🇸 US
GREC2

Definitions

n.

A short, memorable saying that expresses a general truth or principle.

格言;警句

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
aphprefix
+
ormouth
+
ismdoctrine, belief, practice
=aphorism

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Confucius created many memorable aphorisms that guided centuries of philosophy.

  • 2.

    The book contains useful aphorisms about life, love, and personal happiness.

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