Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
self-evident truth
Phrase
/ˈsɛlfˈɛvɪdənt truːθ/
Definition
A fact or principle that is obvious and does not require proof.
Examples
- The statement that all humans are created equal is often regarded as a self-evident truth.
- He argued that the rights of individuals are self-evident truths that should be respected by all societies.
Meaning
A self-evident truth is something that is clear and apparent to everyone, often considered universally accepted without need for further explanation.
Synonyms
- Obvious fact
- Self-apparent principle
- Manifest truth
