Forrest Saxon Lloyd Fitz-George

Question 1

Aphorism

Answer 1

A pithy observation which contains a general truth.
“the old aphorism ‘the child is father to the man’”

Here are some characteristics of aphorisms:
Concise: Aphorisms are short, terse, or laconic.

Memorable: Aphorisms are meant to be memorable.

Wise or witty: Aphorisms are often witty or wise.

Imagery and metaphor: Aphorisms often use imagery and metaphor to convey an important point.

Stand the test of time: A good aphorism is meant to remain true and elegant over time.

Some examples of aphorisms include:
“Let us value the quality of life, not the quantity”
“A poem with one line wrong is like a Rubik’s Cube with one square wrong”

Question 2

Operose

Answer 2

Showing or displaying much industry or effort, busy, painstaking