adjective
- expressed in or characterized by short, pithy sayings that convey general truths or principles
Usage: often used to describe aphorisms, proverbs, or wise sayings
Examples
- The philosopher’s gnomic utterances were difficult to interpret.
- Ancient Greek poetry often contained gnomic verses about wisdom and morality.
- His gnomic style of writing packed profound meaning into few words.
- The fortune cookie contained a gnomic saying about patience.
- The teacher’s gnomic comments left students pondering their deeper meaning.
- Confucius was known for his gnomic statements about virtue and conduct.