AXIOM

Axiom

An axiom, or postulate, is a premise or starting point of reasoning. As classically conceived, an axiom is a premise so evident as to be accepted as true without controversy.

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axiom

Noun

also axiomata (though, becoming less common and sometimes considered archaic)
  1. A seemingly or necessary which is based on ; a or which cannot actually be proved or disproved.
  2. A fundamental that serves as a basis for of theorems. Examples: "Through a pair of distinct points there passes exactly one straight line", "All right angles are congruent".
  3. An established principle in some artistic practice or science that is universally received.
    The axioms of political economy cannot be considered absolute truths.


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