💡apothegm

noun
/ˈæpəˌθɛm/

Meaning

A short, witty, and instructive saying or maxim.

Example Sentences

His speech was filled with apothegms about life and success.

Synonyms

saying, maxim, aphorism, proverb, adage

Antonyms

nonsense, babble

Collocations

wise apothegm, ancient apothegm, famous apothegm

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