Apothegm

/ˈæpəθɛm/ noun

Definition

A short, pithy, and memorable saying or maxim; a concise piece of wise advice or observation expressed in few words.

Etymology

From Greek apophthegma (something clearly stated or pronounced), derived from apo- (from, away) and phthenggesthai (to speak). The term evolved through Latin into English to mean a terse, memorable statement.

Kelly Says

Apothegms are like the original tweets—ancient philosophers would drop these wise one-liners that people would memorize and repeat for centuries, kind of like how we share motivational quotes today but much more sophisticated!

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