/æˈksiʌmz/ - [akseeumz] -
We found 3 definitions of axioms from 2 different sources.
NounPlural: axioms |
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axiom - (logic) a proposition that is not susceptible of proof or disproof; its truth is assumed to be self-evident | ||
proposition a task to be dealt with; "securing adequate funding is a time-consuming proposition" | ||
logic reasoned and reasonable judgment; "it made a certain kind of logic" | ||
axiom - a saying that is widely accepted on its own merits | ||
maxim | ||
locution, saying, expression a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations; "pardon the expression" | ||
aphorism, apophthegm, apothegm a short pithy instructive saying | ||
gnome a short pithy saying expressing a general truth |