aphorise

/əˈfɔːraɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or declare an aphorism; to express briefly and pointedly

“He liked to aphorise his experiences, turning them into clever sayings.”

2. verb

to make or become aphoric; to speak briefly and to the point

“As a seasoned debater, she learned to aphorise her arguments effectively.”

Synonyms

  • aphorize
  • condense

Antonyms

  • prolix
  • verbose