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Aphorism

Definition:

An aphorism refers to a concise and memorable statement or phrase that expresses a fundamental truth or moral principle. It often offers wisdom, advice, or insight in a brief and witty manner.

Examples:

Noun - General Sense:

• "A penny saved is a penny earned." (Benjamin Franklin)
• "Actions speak louder than words."
• "The early bird catches the worm."

Noun - Literature:

• "Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned." (William Congreve)
• "To err is human; to forgive, divine." (Alexander Pope)
• "All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others." (George Orwell, Animal Farm)

Noun - Philosophy:

• "Know thyself." (Socrates)
• "The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing." (Socrates)
• "Cogito, ergo sum." (René Descartes)

Noun - Humor:

• "I am not afraid of death; I just don't want to be there when it happens." (Woody Allen)
• "I can resist everything except temptation." (Oscar Wilde)
• "I am so clever that sometimes I don't understand a single word of what I am saying." (Oscar Wilde)

Noun - Personal:

• "Live and let live."
• "What goes around, comes around."
• "The grass is always greener on the other side."

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