Axiom synonyms
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A key principle of law that has been repeated so often it has become a commonplace expression.
The definition of an adage is a saying that has come to be accepted as truth over time.
The definition of an aphorism is a brief sentence or phrase that expresses an opinion or a statement.
The act of taking for granted, or supposing a thing without proof; a supposition; an unwarrantable claim.
Something postulated; assumption or axiom
proverb (related)
A person or thing that has become commonly recognized as a type of specified characteristics; byword
hypothesis (related)
The antecedent of a conditional statement.
Of or like an axiom
The definition of hypothetical is something that is assumed or based on theory.
Characterized by simplicity or crudity; unsophisticated:
Requiring no proof or explanation.
Characterized by or having the nature of wit; funny or jocular:
An epithet.
A standard to judge by; criterion
A widely used and accepted device or technique, as in drama, literature, or painting:
(Law) A judge's remark or observation on some point of law which is not essential to the case in question, hence not binding as a legal precedent
A statute, ordinance, or other rule enacted by a legislature.
The definition of a motto is a phrase or quote that is representative of a person or brand's ideals and values.
A rule or direction, as in technical matters
A fundamental truth, law, doctrine, or motivating force, upon which others are based
(Logic) An informative statement whose truth or falsity can be evaluated by means of logic
A statute or regulation governing the court process:
(Military, US) A squad automatic weapon or section automatic weapon, a kind of light machine gun.
The definition of a saying is something that has been said, like a motto or catch phrase.
The judicial order for a punishment to be imposed on a person convicted of a crime. [from 14th c.]
A level of quality or attainment.
An expression of relations in an equation or formula
A statement that is obviously true or that is often presented as true:
Fidelity to an original or standard:
nonsense (antonym)
Words or actions that convey an absurd meaning or no meaning at all
paradox (antonym)
A self-contradictory statement, which can only be true if it is false, and vice versa. transl. usage
absurdity (antonym)
(Uncountable) The quality of being absurd or inconsistent with obvious truth, reason, or sound judgment. [First attested in the early 16th century.]
foolishness (antonym)
(Uncountable) The state of being foolish.
ambiguity (antonym)
Doubtfulness or uncertainty as regards interpretation:
A leading or primary principle, rule, law, or article, which serves as the groundwork of a system; essential part, as, the fundamentals of linear algebra.
(Philosophy) A characteristic or property that particular things have in common.
order (related)
A group of persons living under a religious rule:
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