Aphorism vs. Proverb — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Aphorism and Proverb
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Aphorism
An aphorism (from Greek ἀφορισμός: aphorismos, denoting 'delimitation', 'distinction', and 'definition') is a concise, terse, laconic, or memorable expression of a general truth or principle. They are often handed down by tradition from generation to generation.
Proverb
A proverb (from Latin: proverbium) is a simple and insightful, traditional saying that expresses a perceived truth based on common sense or experience. Proverbs are often metaphorical and use formulaic language.
Aphorism
A tersely phrased statement of a truth or opinion; an adage.
Proverb
A short pithy saying in frequent and widespread use that expresses a basic truth or practical precept.
Aphorism
A brief statement of a scientific principle.
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Proverb
Proverbs (used with a sing. verb) See Table at Bible.
Aphorism
A concise, terse, laconic, or memorable expression of a general truth or principle.
Proverb
A phrase expressing a basic truth which may be applied to common situations.
Aphorism
To speak or write aphorisms.
Proverb
A striking or paradoxical assertion; an obscure saying; an enigma; a parable.
Aphorism
A comprehensive maxim or principle expressed in a few words; a sharply defined sentence relating to abstract truth rather than to practical matters.
The first aphorism of Hippocrates is, "Life is short, and the art is long."
Proverb
A familiar illustration; a subject of contemptuous reference.
Aphorism
A short pithy instructive saying
Proverb
A drama exemplifying a proverb.
Proverb
To write or utter proverbs.
Proverb
To name in, or as, a proverb.
Proverb
To provide with a proverb.
Proverb
An old and common saying; a phrase which is often repeated; especially, a sentence which briefly and forcibly expresses some practical truth, or the result of experience and observation; a maxim; a saw; an adage.
Proverb
A striking or paradoxical assertion; an obscure saying; an enigma; a parable.
His disciples said unto him, Lo, now speakest thou plainly, and speakest no proverb.
Proverb
A familiar illustration; a subject of contemptuous reference.
Thou shalt become an astonishment, a proverb, and a by word, among all nations.
Proverb
A drama exemplifying a proverb.
Proverb
To name in, or as, a proverb.
Am I not sung and proverbed for a fool ?
Proverb
To provide with a proverb.
I am proverbed with a grandsire phrase.
Proverb
To write or utter proverbs.
Proverb
A condensed but memorable saying embodying some important fact of experience that is taken as true by many people
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