Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

axioma

Noun

/ˌæksɪˈoʊmə/

Definition

A statement or proposition that is regarded as being self-evidently true, and not requiring proof.

Examples

The axiom that all humans are created equal underpins many constitutional rights.
In geometry, the axiom that a straight line can be drawn between any two points is fundamental.

Meaning

In philosophy and mathematics, an axiom is a foundational statement accepted without controversy, serving as the starting point for further reasoning or arguments.