Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
old-adage
noun
/oʊld ˈædɪdʒ/
Definition
A traditional saying that expresses a common truth or observation.
Examples
- ‘A penny saved is a penny earned’ is a well-known old-adage.
- She often quotes the old-adage, ‘Nothing ventured, nothing gained,’ to encourage risk-taking.
Meaning
An old-adage is a phrase or expression that has been passed down through generations, often reflecting wisdom or general truths about life.
Synonyms
- saying
- proverb
- maxim
- aphorism
