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Gnomic: meaning, definitions and examples

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gnomic

 

[ หˆษกnลmik ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

literary expression

Gnomic refers to a style of expression that conveys a general truth or principle, often in a pithy or aphoristic manner. It is usually associated with poetry or wisdom literature, where significant life lessons or moral sayings are imparted succinctly.

Synonyms

aphoristic, didactic, maxim-like

Examples of usage

  • The poet's gnomic verses captured timeless wisdom.
  • His speeches often included gnomic statements that resonated with the audience.
  • The ancient texts are filled with gnomic expressions of virtue and ethics.

Translations

Translations of the word "gnomic" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gnรณmico

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅเคจเฅ‹เคฎเคฟเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช gnomisch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gnomik

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะฝะพะผั–ั‡ะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gnomiczny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต gnomic

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท gnomique

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ gnรณmico

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gnomik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท gnomic

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌู†ูˆู…ูŠูƒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gnomickรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ gnomickรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไพๅ„’็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gnomiฤen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gnรณmรญskur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะฝะพะผะดั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒœแƒแƒ›แƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gnomik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ gnรณmico

Etymology

The term 'gnomic' comes from the Greek word 'gnomฤ“', meaning 'to know' or 'judgment'. It is derived from the root meaning to have knowledge or wisdom. The word was initially utilized in the context of ancient Greek literature, particularly in the works of poets such as Solon and Theognis, who employed a terse, wise manner of expression to convey moral lessons and insights that were meant to be universally applicable. Over time, the concept evolved to include any expression that is concise yet profound, often appearing in proverbs and sayings that encapsulate wisdom. The use of the term has persisted through the ages, particularly in literary discussions, where it refers to a particular style that combines brevity with depth of meaning.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,854 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.