axiom
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A statement accepted as true without needing proof, used as a starting point for reasoning.
Synonyms and antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The whole geometric proof rests on a handful of basic _____."
Answer: axiom
In your own words, what does "axiom" mean?
A statement accepted as true without needing proof, used as a starting point for reasoning.
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