Phrases with «fundamental axiom»

A fundamental axiom is a basic principle or rule that forms the foundation of a theory or belief system. It is something that is widely accepted as true and is used as a starting point for reasoning and building further ideas or arguments. Full definition

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Sentences with «fundamental axiom»

But already he has disproven several fundamental axioms of the academic world: that great original work (especially in math) is only done by young researchers, that the academic rank one holds reflects one's intellectual merit, and that contingent faculty have nothing to contribute to their fields. (sciencemag.org)
When the novice is told that by the weight of authority not even good faith is a requisite, the doctrine apparently affords an anomalous instance of maturing a wrong into a right contrary to one of the most fundamental axioms of the law. (law.stackexchange.com)
... «most central theological theme of the patristic tradition... «fundamental axioms for the early Church Fathers.» (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
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