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Synonyms for Adage

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Noun

  1. Aphorism - a concise statement of a principle or truth.
  2. Proverb - a short saying that offers advice or a general truth.
  3. Maxim - a concise statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct.
  4. Saying - a short, memorable expression conveying a general truth or advice.
  5. Saw - a widely known and often-repeated saying that expresses a common observation or experience.

Sample Sentences

Aphorism: "Actions speak louder than words."

Proverb: "Time heals all wounds."

Maxim: "Honesty is the best policy."

Saying: "The early bird catches the worm."

Saw: "Don't count your chickens before they hatch."

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