Proverb (Noun)
Meaning
A condensed but memorable saying embodying some important fact of experience that is taken as true by many people.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The famous proverb "Actions speak louder than words" is still widely used today to convey the importance of taking action over just talking about a problem.
- Her grandmother taught her the old proverb "all good things come to those who wait" when she was impatient for her birthday presents.
- One of the most well-known proverbs is "an eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth," which suggests retaliation for an injury or wrongdoing.
- His guidance counselor reminded him of the proverb "when the going gets tough, the tough get going," to motivate him to study harder for his exams.
- The phrase "pride comes before a fall" is a common proverb that warns against excessive pride and the dangers of overconfidence.