Definitions

1. noun

a short and witty saying or phrase that expresses a general truth or piece of advice

“The famous apothegm ‘the pen is mightier than the sword’ has become a common phrase in literature and politics.”

2. noun

a short and witty saying or phrase that is attributed to a person, especially a famous person

“The ancient Greek philosopher was famous for his apothegms, which were often cryptic and open to interpretation.”

3. noun

a short statement or phrase that is often used to summarize a person’s character or philosophy

“The apothegm ‘the customer is always right’ is a common phrase in customer service, but it can be misleading in certain situations.”