Pronunciation: /ˈædɪdʒ/
noun a short, memorable saying that conveys a general truth or piece of advice
A1 My grandmother always used to say the adage, 'A stitch in time saves nine'.
A2 As the adage goes, 'Actions speak louder than words'.
B1 The adage 'Practice makes perfect' is often used to encourage perseverance.
B2 The adage 'You can't judge a book by its cover' reminds us not to make assumptions based on appearances.
C1 In business, the adage 'The customer is always right' is a common mantra for providing excellent service.
C2 The adage 'Honesty is the best policy' is a timeless piece of advice that holds true in all situations.
formal The adage 'practice makes perfect' is often used to emphasize the importance of continuous effort in achieving success.
informal You know what they say, 'practice makes perfect' - just keep trying and you'll get better.
slang The adage 'fake it till you make it' is something many people swear by when it comes to confidence.
figurative The adage 'actions speak louder than words' reminds us that what we do is often more important than what we say.
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