maxim

max-im · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A short statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct.

  2. 2.

    A principle or rule of behavior.

Forms

plural: maxims

Related words

See also: adage, proverb, saying
Synonyms: adage, proverb, saying

Etymology

From Latin maxima (propositio) meaning "greatest (premise)," from maximus (greatest).