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aphoristic

/ˌæf.əˈrɪs.tɪk/

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adjective

/ˌæf.əˈrɪs.tɪk/C2formal
  • ruОтносящийся к афоризму или напоминающий его; характеризующийся краткими, запоминающимися высказываниями принципа или истины.

Relating to or resembling an aphorism; characterized by concise, memorable statements of a principle or truth.

  1. Containing aphorisms or maximsC1formal

    Characterized by the use of short, memorable sayings that express a general truth or piece of advice.

    ruАфористичный

    • His writing style is highly aphoristic, filled with memorable quotes.
    • The philosopher's aphoristic remarks are often quoted in modern literature.
    • She delivered an aphoristic speech that left the audience deep in thought.

    Synonymsepigrammaticgnomicpithyproverbialsententioussuccinctterse

  2. Terse and witty like a maximC1formal

    Expressed in a concise, clever, and often witty manner, similar to a maxim.

    ruАфористичный

    • His aphoristic comments during the debate were both sharp and insightful.
    • The author's aphoristic style makes his essays enjoyable to read.
    • She has a talent for making aphoristic observations about everyday life.

    Synonymscompactconcisecrispepigrammaticgnomicpithysententioussuccincttersewitty

    Antonymsdiffusegarrulouslengthylong-windedprolixramblingverbosewordy

Forms
  • more aphoristic comparative form
  • most aphoristic superlative form
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