adage

noun
UK: /ˈæd.ɪdʒ/
US: /ˈæd.ɪdʒ/

  1. A well-known phrase or saying that expresses a general truth about life or offers advice.

    1. The old adage says, “Look before you leap”. [ ] [ ]
    2. There's an old adage that claims if it ain't broke, don't fix it, however things change. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

saying axiom maxim saw proverb motto aphorism precept

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "adage" is /ˈæd.ɪdʒ/ in British English and /ˈæd.ɪdʒ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "adage": saying, axiom, maxim, saw, proverb, motto, aphorism, precept.

Example usage of "adage": "The old adage says, “Look before you leap”.". More examples on the page.