Axiome (en. Axiom)

/ak.si.om/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Statement or proposition that is obvious and accepted as true.

An axiom of geometry is that two distinct points define a line.

Un axiome de la géométrie est que deux points distincts définissent une droite.

Rule or basic principle on which a theory rests.

The axioms of logic are essential for constructing valid arguments.

Les axiomes de la logique sont essentiels pour construire des arguments valides.

Proposition that is obvious from the standpoint of logic or mathematics.

In mathematics, the axiom of commutativity states that the order of operations does not affect the result.

En mathématiques, l'axiome de la commutativité stipule que l'ordre des opérations n'affecte pas le résultat.

Comes from ancient Greek 'axioma', meaning 'what is judged' or 'what is esteemed'.

basic axiom

A fundamental principle that serves as the foundation for reasoning.

axiome de base

to put an axiom into practice

Apply a basic principle in a concrete situation.

mettre un axiome en pratique

to question an axiom

To contest an accepted truth.

remettre en question un axiome

theorem

Proposition proven from axioms.

théorème

postulate

Assertion accepted without proof in a theoretical system.

postulat

principle

General rule on which a theory or practice rests.

principe

Intuitive understanding of a truth.

For him, it's an axiom that honesty is the best policy.

Pour lui, c'est un axiome que l'honnêteté est la meilleure des politiques.

Unwritten golden rule.

In this group, there is an axiom: always support your friends.

Dans ce groupe, il y a un axiome : toujours soutenir ses amis.