Maxim vs. Slogan — What's the Difference?

A short, pithy statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct

A slogan is a memorable motto or phrase used in a clan, political, commercial, religious, and other context as a repetitive expression of an idea or purpose, with the goal of persuading members of the public or a more defined target group. The Oxford Dictionary of English defines a slogan as "a short and striking or memorable phrase used in advertising." A slogan usually has the attributes of being memorable, very concise and appealing to the audience.

A succinct formulation of a fundamental principle, general truth, or rule of conduct.

A phrase expressing the aims or nature of an enterprise, organization, or candidate; a motto.

A self-evident axiom or premise; a pithy expression of a general principle or rule.

A phrase used repeatedly, as in advertising or promotion

A precept; a succinct statement or observation of a rule of conduct or moral teaching.

A battle cry of a Scottish clan.

Alternative case form of Maxim

A distinctive phrase of a person or group of people (such as a movement or political party); a motto.

An established principle or proposition; a condensed proposition of important practical truth; an axiom of practical wisdom; an adage; a proverb; an aphorism.

(advertising) A catchphrase associated with a product or service being advertised.

The longest note formerly used, equal to two longs, or four breves; a large.

(obsolete) A battle cry among the ancient Irish or highlanders of Scotland.

A saying that widely accepted on its own merits

The war cry, or gathering word, of a Highland clan in Scotland.

English inventor (born in the United States) who invented the Maxim gun that was used in World War I (1840-1916)

A distinctive motto, phrase, or cry used by any person or party to express a purpose or ideal; a catchphrase; a rallying cry.

A favorite saying of a sect or political group