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In math, an axiom is accepted as true.
What does Axiom mean?
An axiom is a basic statement accepted as true.
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A statement accepted as true and used as a starting point for reasoning.
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The lesson began with a simple axiom about equal numbers.
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An axiom gives thinkers a starting point for building a logical argument.
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What is an axiom?
An axiom is a statement accepted as true and used as a starting point for reasoning.
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MeaningAxiom means An axiom is a basic statement accepted as true.
ExampleExample: In math, an axiom is accepted as true.
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falsehoodUse for a statement that is not true.
contradictionUse for a statement or idea that conflicts with another.
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Axiom word family
Base word
axiom
noun
axioms
More than one basic statement accepted as true.
adjective
axiomatic
Accepted as clearly true.
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