axiom
a statement or proposition that is regarded as established, accepted, and self-evidently true
Word origin: From Greek axioma, that which is thought worthy, from axios worthy.
Axiom in a sentence
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It has become an axiom in marketing that a brand's story matters as much as its product.
The proof rests on a single axiom that every later theorem takes for granted.
Using “axiom” well
An axiom is a self-evident truth accepted without proof, especially as a foundation in logic or mathematics. In ordinary use it names any widely accepted general principle.
More GRE words starting with A
to lower in rank, dignity, or self-respect
to make someone feel embarrassed or ashamed
to lessen in intensity or amount
to formally give up power or responsibility
departing from what is normal or expected
a departure from what is normal, usual, or expected
a state of temporary suspension or inactivity
to regard with strong disgust or hatred
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