Synonyms

aphoristic

American

[af-uh-ris-tik] / ˌæf əˈrɪs tɪk /

adjective

of, like, or containing aphorisms.

His sermons were richly aphoristic.
given to making or quoting aphorisms.

aphoristic British

/ ˌæfəˈrɪstɪk /

adjective

of, relating to, or resembling an aphorism
tending to write or speak in aphorisms

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Etymology

Origin of aphoristic

From the Greek word aphoristikós, dating back to 1745–55. See aphorist, -ic

Example Sentences

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Aphoristic prose is to the true, pure aphorism what storytelling is to standup comedy: easier to do because less dependent on a single explosive response.

From The New Yorker • Jul. 15, 2019

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