maxim
UK/'mæksim/US
TOEFLGREC1
Definitions
n.
A short, widely accepted statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct.
格言，座右铭，准则
Root Breakdown
Loanwordmaximother
=maxim
Example Sentences
- 1.
The ancient philosopher's maxim was to live simply and avoid unnecessary desires.
- 2.
One useful maxim for success is that consistency matters more than perfection.