A usually pithy and familiar statement expressing an observation or principle generally accepted as wise or true
(Noun)
A saying that sets forth a general truth and that has gained credit through long use.
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. saying
Synonyms:
(Adjective)
  1. aphoristic
  2. apothegmatical
  3. bromidic

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