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Maxim vs. Axiom

maxim
Definition

a saying that is widely accepted on its own merits; a general truth (a synonym for a axiom)

Examples

A maxim is a brief expression of a general truth.

axiom
Definition

a saying that is widely accepted on its own merits; a general truth (a synonym for a maxim)

Examples

he explained the source of the axiom

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