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MAXIM Synonyms

There are 8 synonyms of the word maxim. (exact relations)
There are 3 hypernyms of the word maxim. (close relations)
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aphorism
nounn
noun

• a short pithy instructive saying

axiom
nounn
noun

• a saying that is widely accepted on its own merits

• (logic) a proposition that is not susceptible of proof or disproof; its truth is assumed to be self-evident

cliche
nounn
noun

• a trite or obvious remark

proverb
nounn
noun

• a condensed but memorable saying embodying some important fact of experience that is taken as true by many people

saying
nounn
noun

• a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations

enthymeme
nounn
noun

• A by and large statement, a maxim, a less-than-100% argument.

• A syllogism with a required but unstated assumption.

hiram maxim
nounn
noun

• English inventor (born in the United States) who invented the Maxim gun that was used in World War I (1840-1916)

sir hiram stevens maxim
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noun

• English inventor (born in the United States) who invented the Maxim gun that was used in World War I (1840-1916)

Best Hypernyms For MAXIM

Here is a list of related hypernyms for maxim, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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expression locution saying

Alternatives for APHORISM

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