Definition: The word "aphoristically" appears in Old Testament literature, where it means with an eloquent or passionate style, often used to emphasize points or express feelings. Aphorism is a phrase that uses figurative language (words) to convey a thought, meaning or idea. They are usually short and simple, and they can have multiple interpretations depending on context. Some examples of aphorisms include "It's not what you say but how you say it that matters" and "A good man's speech is as wise as a god."