Synonyms of proverbs

proverbs

noun

plural of proverb

as in sayings

an often stated observation regarding something from common experience

her grandfather has a proverb for every occasion

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sayings
• words
• maxims
• aphorisms
• epigrams
• mottoes
• adages
• saws
• apothegms
• expressions
• sententiae
• truths
• clichés
• commonplaces
• bywords
• platitudes
• axioms
• precepts
• remarks
• bromides
• formulas
• comments
• truisms
• felicities
• reflections
• wheezes
• notes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of proverbs

The third film in director Éric Rohmer’s series Comedies and Proverbs, Pauline at the Beach explores the emotions (and delusions) around summer love. — Air Mail, 20 June 2026

In Indonesian folklore, durian also often appears in proverbs and riddles. — JSTOR Daily, 25 Mar. 2026

For nine months, Erasmus spent his short nights in a modest dorm and his long days in the print shop, expanding on his collection of proverbs Adagiorum chiliades while Aldus proofread, craftsman carefully laying sets of print and rolling paper through the press. — Literary Hub, 24 Nov. 2025

Includes quirky facts, adages, advice, quotes and proverbs, as well as articles about mistletoe, bird nests, perennials, timekeeping, recipes and more. — Alex Perry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Nov. 2025

The lyrics, some inspired by proverbs and biblical passages, convey the fervor of his first love with God, without losing his personal touch. — Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2025

Reading Proverbs did not manage to enlighten me to the possibility that my parents’ rules were devised in my best interest. — Meghan O’Gieblyn, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025

In West African traditions, the drum serves as both a musical instrument and a talking messenger, transmitting proverbs, praises, and official announcements in a language that reinforces the chief’s authority and the community’s history. — Felicia Appenteng, semafor.com, 18 Aug. 2025

Ecclesiastes, also a wisdom book, has a very different perspective from Proverbs. — Walt Shelton, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025