truism

Definition

A self-evident or obvious truth.

Etymology

From true + -ism.

Example Sentences

• "It is a truism that the people who attend a rally for President Trump more than two years before he’s on the ballot again are generally strong supporters of President Trump."
• "The phrase If something exists, there is porn of it used to be a clever internet meme; now it’s a truism."
• "After a little decent sorrow had been put forth for the late "severe affliction," joined with some weariful truisms about resignation to the will of Providence, the rest of the epistle was filled up with reproofs about her ladyship's extraordinary and improper conduct in setting off without his consent!"