Maxim

/ˈmæk.sɪm/ noun

A self-evident axiom or premise; a pithy expression of a general principle or rule.

What it means

  1. (noun) A self-evident axiom or premise; a pithy expression of a general principle or rule.
  2. (noun) A precept; a succinct statement or observation of a rule of conduct or moral teaching.

Letter analysis

  • Maxim contains 5 letters: 2 vowel(s) and 3 consonant(s).
  • It uses 4 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 2.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 16.

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What does Maxim mean?

A self-evident axiom or premise; a pithy expression of a general principle or rule.

How many letters are in Maxim?

Maxim has 5 letters.

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