Maxim and Precedent

Maxim noun - An often stated observation regarding something from common experience.

Precedent and maxim are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Precedent" instead a noun "Maxim".

Precedent noun - An example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time.

Maxim and precedent are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Maxim" instead a noun "Precedent".

Nearby Words: precede, preceding, precedence, precedential