Apothegms

/ˈæpəθɛmz/ noun

Definition

Plural of apothegm; multiple pithy, memorable, and wise sayings or maxims.

Etymology

The regular English plural of apothegm, formed by adding -s. From Greek apophthegmata originally.

Kelly Says

Collections of apothegms from famous thinkers were like bestseller books in ancient times—people would memorize them, quote them, and pass them down like we do with movie quotes and memes today!

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