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Aphoristic Definition & Meaning

aphoristic
adjective
  1. containing aphorisms or maxims; "axiomatic wisdom"
  2. terse and witty and like a maxim; "much given to apothegmatic instruction"

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Frequently asked questions

What does aphoristic mean?
containing aphorisms or maxims; "axiomatic wisdom" terse and witty and like a maxim; "much given to apothegmatic instruction"
What part of speech is aphoristic?
Aphoristic is an adjective.
How many definitions does aphoristic have?
Aphoristic has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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