Definition of Maxim

1. Noun. A saying that is widely accepted on its own merits.

Exact synonyms: Axiom
Generic synonyms: Expression, Locution, Saying
Specialized synonyms: Aphorism, Apophthegm, Apothegm, Gnome, Moralism
Derivative terms: Axiomatic

2. Noun. English inventor (born in the United States) who invented the Maxim gun that was used in World War I (1840-1916).
Exact synonyms: Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim
Generic synonyms: Artificer, Discoverer, Inventor

Definition of Maxim

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

Definition of Maxim

1. a brief statement of a general truth or principle [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Maxim

maxillofacial injuries
maxillofacial prosthesis
maxillofacial prosthesis implantation
maxillofacial prosthetics
maxillojugal
maxillomandibular
maxillomandibular
maxillomandibular fixation
maxillomandibular record
maxillomandibular registration
maxillomandibular relation
maxillomandibular traction
maxillopalatine
maxillotomy
maxilloturbinal
maxim (current term)
Maxim-Gilbert sequencing
maxima
maximal
maximal
maximalist
maximalists
maximally
maximals
maximal dose
maximal expiratory flow-volume curve
maximal expiratory flow rate
maximal Histalog test
maximal midexpiratory flow rate
maximal stimulus

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