Aphorist (Noun)
Meaning
Someone who formulates aphorisms or who repeats aphorisms.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The French aphorist and poet Francis Picabia was known for his concise and enigmatic sayings.
- She was a skilled aphorist who could distill complex ideas into pithy and memorable phrases.
- As a celebrated aphorist, Oscar Wilde was famous for his witty and insightful quotes.
- The novelist's favorite writer was an aphorist who wove nuggets of wisdom into her narratives.
- La Rochefoucauld, the 17th-century aphorist, left behind a treasure trove of philosophical one-liners.