Aristotle Quote by Irving Babbitt
“Yet Aristotle's excellence of substance, so far from being associated with the grand style, is associated with something that at times comes perilously near jargon.”
About This Quote
Aristotle's concept of excellence is often reduced to jargon, losing its substantive value.
In simple terms: Excellence can become meaningless jargon.
Key Takeaway
Seek substance over stylistic excess.
Themes
language
excellence
meaning
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic writing
- public speaking
- policy drafting
Key Concepts
philosophy
literary criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- When does language become empty?
- How can we preserve depth in discourse?
