maxim

/ˈmæk.sɪm//ˈmæk.səm/

noun

  1. 1

    A self-evident axiom or premise; a pithy expression of a general principle or rule.

  2. 2

    A precept; a succinct statement or observation of a rule of conduct or moral teaching.

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