What is another word for Proverbs?

Pronunciation: [pɹˈɒvɜːbz] (IPA)

Proverbs are wise sayings and phrases that are used to convey valuable advice and moral lessons. They are the distilled wisdom of humanity, passed down from generation to generation. Synonyms for proverbs include idioms, axioms, aphorisms, maxims, sayings, and epigrams. Idioms are expressions that have a figurative meaning that may not be apparent from the words used. Axioms are self-evident truths or principles that are accepted without question. Aphorisms are concise, pithy statements that convey a general truth. Maxims are rules of conduct or guiding principles. Sayings are simple, well-known expressions that convey a general truth or advice. Epigrams are witty, clever sayings that are often satirical or ironic.

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Usage examples for Proverbs

With a heavy heart was it, therefore, now that she thought over these things, muttering to herself as she went along snatches of the old songs he used to sing, and repeating mournfully the little simple Proverbs he would utter about the weather.
"The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II)"
Charles James Lever
"Of course, I must say a blind man could have told which way the wind blew," he added, with a reckless mixture of Proverbs.
"I Walked in Arden"
Jack Crawford
Proverbs always are annoying, if quoted against me.
"I Walked in Arden"
Jack Crawford

Famous quotes with Proverbs

  • Proverbs are mental gems gathered in the diamond fields of the mind.
    William R. Alger
  • Proverbs are short sentences drawn from long experience.
    Miguel de Cervantes
  • Proverbs may not improperly be called the philosophy of the common people.
    James Howell
  • Proverbs are always platitudes until you have personally experienced the truth of them.
    Aldous Huxley
  • Let your daughter have first of all the book of Psalms for holiness of heart, and be instructed in the Proverbs of Solomon for her godly life.
    St. Jerome

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