Axiom

ENZH

What Does Axiom Mean?

  • 公理
  • 自明之理

Axiom Pronunciation

/ˈæks.i.əm/

Axiom Definition

noun

Definition

A statement or proposition that is regarded as being self-evidently true and does not require proof.

In ZH

被认为是自明真理的陈述或命题,无需证明。

How to Use Axiom in a Sentence

  • In mathematics, an axiom serves as a foundational principle.
  • One axiom of democracy is that all citizens are equal before the law.
  • The law of gravity is often treated as an axiom in physics.
  • In logic, we start with certain axioms to build our arguments.
  • An axiom is accepted without controversy and forms the basis for further reasoning.