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Axiom - Dictionary Definition and Overview |
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Axiom : (noun)
1: a saying that widely accepted on its own merits [syn: maxim]
2: (logic) a proposition that is not susceptible of proof or
disproof; its truth is assumed to be self-evident
Based on WordNet 2.0
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Axiom : \Ax"i*om\, n. [L. axioma, Gr. ? that which is thought
worthy, that which is assumed, a basis of demonstration, a
principle, fr. ? to think worthy, fr. ? worthy, weighing as
much as; cf. ? to lead, drive, also to weigh so much: cf F.
axiome. See Agent, a.]
1. (Logic & Math.) A self-evident and necessary truth, or a
proposition whose truth is so evident as first sight that
no reasoning or demonstration can make it plainer; a
proposition which it is necessary to take for granted; as,
``The whole is greater than a part;'' ``A thing can not,
at the same time, be and not be.''
2. An established principle in some art or science, which,
though not a necessary truth, is universally received; as,
the axioms of political economy.
Syn: Axiom, Maxim, Aphorism, Adage.
Usage: An axiom is a self-evident truth which is taken for
granted as the basis of reasoning. A maxim is a
guiding principle sanctioned by experience, and
relating especially to the practical concerns of life.
An aphorism is a short sentence pithily expressing
some valuable and general truth or sentiment. An adage
is a saying of long-established authority and of
universal application.
Based on Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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Axiom :
A commercially available subset of Scratchpad,
from IBM.
["Axiom - The Scientific Computing System", R. Jenks et al,
Springer 1992].
(1995-02-21)
Based on the Online Dictionary of Computing [Computer_Dictionary]:
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Axiom :
A well-formed formula which is taken to be true
without proof in the construction of a theory.
Compare: lemma.
(1995-03-31)
Based on the Online Dictionary of Computing [Computer_Dictionary]:
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Example Usage of Axiom |
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mrfreitas: The whole Universe is ruled by common, natural laws. Such laws, from which the well-known Axiom "as you think, so you will be" |
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absolutbeer: embalando notebook + Axiom para reunion con los Gaspanic :D |
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