📜axiom

noun
/ˈæk.si.əm/

Meaning

a statement or principle that is generally accepted as true
A statement or principle that is considered true and does not require proof.
A statement or principle that is generally accepted as being true and that can be used as the basis for argument or inference.

Example Sentences

It is an axiom of economics that supply creates its own demand.

Actions speak louder than words is a well-known axiom.

The axiom that hard work leads to success is widely accepted.

Synonyms

principle, rule, maxim, truism, postulate, truth, fundamental truth, basic principle, established fact
Entry 1
principle, rule, maxim, truism, postulate
Entry 2
principle, truth, postulate
Entry 3
principle, maxim, truism, fundamental truth, basic principle, established fact

Antonyms

falsehood, paradox, misconception, fallacy, error, myth, delusion
Entry 1
falsehood, paradox, misconception
Entry 2
misconception, falsehood, fallacy
Entry 3
fallacy, misconception, error, falsehood, myth, delusion

Collocations

basic axiom, mathematical axiom, logical axiom

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