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Meaning and definition for "aphorism" word

[noun] a short pithy instructive saying
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\Aph"o*rism\, n. [F. aphorisme, fr. Gr. ? definition, a short, pithy sentence, fr. ? to mark off by boundaries, to define; ? from + ? to separate, part. See {Horizon}.] A comprehensive maxim or principle expressed in a few words; a sharply defined sentence relating to abstract truth rather than to practical matters. The first aphorism of Hippocrates is, ``Life is short, and the art is long.'' --Fleming. Syn: Axiom; maxim; adage; proverb; apothegm; saying; saw; truism; dictum. See {Axiom}.

Synonyms for aphorism

apophthegm, apothegm

See also: axiom | maxim |

Related terms: ana, brocard, conceit, dictum, distich, expression, flight of wit, gibe, gnome, motto, phrase, pithy saying, play of wit, quips and cranks, repartee, retort, sally, saw, scintillation, sloka, stroke of wit, wisdom

The fun area, different aproach to word »aphorism«

Let's analyse "aphorism" as pure text. This string has Eight letters in Three syllables and Three vowels. 37.5% of vowels is 1.1% less then average English word. Written in backwards: MSIROHPA. Average typing speed for these characters is 2180 milliseconds. [info]

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Numerology

Hearts desire number calculated from vowels: aphorism: 1 + 6 + 9 = 16, reduced: 7 . and the final result is Seven.
Destiny number calculated from all letters: aphorism: 1 + 7 + 8 + 6 + 9 + 9 + 1 + 4 = 45, reduced: 9, and the final result is Nine.

Tarot cards

Letter Num. Tarot c. Intensity Meaning
A (1) 1 Magician Creative, Inventive, Intuitive
H (1) 8 Strength Couragous, Faithful, Caring
I (1) 9 Hermit Independent, Researcher, Intell,igent
M (1) 13 Death Creator, Developer, Builder
O (1) 15 Devil Optimist, Gamesman, Marketer, Hunter
P (1) 16 Tower Craftsman, Laborer, Builder
R (1) 18 Moon Patient, Determined, Strong
S (1) 19 Sun Colorful, Bright, Perceptive

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