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maxim
1. noun /ˈmak.sɪm,ˈmæk.,sɪm/
a) A self-evident axiom or premise; a pithy expression of a general principle or rule.

In every age and country of the world men must have attended to the characters, designs, and actions of one another, and many reputable rules and maxims for the conduct of human life, must have been laid down and approved of by common consent.

b) A precept; a succinct statement or observation of a rule of conduct or moral teaching.
Syn: aphorism, cliche, enthymeme, proverb, saying
2. adverb /ˈmak.sɪm,ˈmæk.,sɪm/
most
Ant: minim

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