adages

Meanings

• Noun

  Proverbs or short, shrewd sayings that express a general truth or piece of advice

  - "A stitch in time saves nine"
  - "Actions speak louder than words"

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Synonyms

apophthegm , colloquialism , proverb

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Variants

List of all variants of adages that leads to same result
adage , adages

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin word 'adagium', meaning 'proverb' or 'saying'

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. There are thousands of adages in various languages and cultures.

2. Many adages have been in use for centuries and have been passed down through generations.

3. Adages have been used in literature, art, music, and other forms of expression throughout history.

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Related Concepts

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1. Proverbs: Adages are a type of proverb, which is a short, commonly used saying that expresses a general truth or piece of advice.

2. Idiom: Adages are similar to idioms, which are expressions that have a figurative meaning that is different from the literal meaning of the words.

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Culture

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Adages have been used in various cultures and languages throughout history. They have been passed down through generations and have been used in literature, art, music, and other forms of expression.

How to Memorize "adages"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the situation described in the adage, and imagine the outcome if the advice is followed or ignored.
   - For example, visualize a stitch being done in a timely manner to prevent further damage, or visualize the consequences of not taking action.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the adage with a memorable image or story to help remember the meaning.
   - For example, associate the adage 'Actions speak louder than words' with the image of a person making a promise but then not following through, while another person's actions show their true intentions.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use a mnemonic device to help remember the adage and its meaning.
   - For example, use the acronym 'SALT' to remember the adage 'A stitch in time saves nine': Specific, Actionable, Limited, Timely

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