Axiom

The axiom of natural selection holds that traits that enhance an organism's ability to survive and reproduce are more likely to be passed on to future generations.

In physics, the conservation of energy is considered an axiom.

The cultural axiom that "silence is golden" values the ability to remain quiet and composed in social situations.

The legal system is based on the axiom that everyone is innocent until proven guilty.

The philosophical axiom "I think, therefore I am" is a fundamental belief in modern philosophy.

The axiom "actions speak louder than words" is commonly used to convey the importance of behavior over words.

The financial industry often operates on the axiom that past performance is an indicator of future success.

The axiom "all men are mortal" has been widely accepted for centuries.

The scientific community operates on the axiom that experiments can be replicated by independent researchers.

The axiom that the shortest distance between two points is a straight line is a basic principle in geometry.

The axiom that honesty is the best policy is often taught to young children.