Adage

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Adage
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Definition

• A traditional saying a proverb
• A usually familiar statement expressing an
  observation or principle generally accepted as
  wise and true

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Other Forms of the Word

• Adages (plural noun)
• There are no other forms or conjugations of this
  word.

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Synonyms

• proverb
• axiom

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Antonyms

• There are no real antonyms or opposites for this
  word.

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Sample Sentences

• When my mother complained to my father that I
  watched too much television, my father responded
  by reciting the adage, The apple doesnt fall
  far from the tree.
• Donald Trumps favorite adage is A penny saved
  is a penny earned.
• My grandmother repeats a lot of old-fashioned
  adages, many of which I dont even understand!

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Class Activity!

• Without talking to anyone, write down your
  favorite adage
• OR
• Write down an adage someone you know repeats
  often.

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Volunteer Time

• Raise your hand and share what you wrote on your
  paper!

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Thank You!
The End
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