royal road

The phrase "royal road" originates from Euclid's assertion that there is no easy path to mastering geometry, and it has been adapted in various fields to signify a direct or preferred method of achieving a goal.

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Definition

C1Psychology

(technical, psychoanalysis)A term used by Freud to describe dreams as a direct path to understanding the unconscious mind.

Example

  • Freud considered dreams the royal road to the unconscious.

C1Music

(technical, Japanese pop)A chord progression common in Japanese pop music, consisting of IV M7–V 7–iii 7–vi.

Example

  • The song features the royal road progression, giving it a distinctive J-pop sound.

B2General

(idiom)A direct and easy way to achieve a goal.

Example

  • There's no royal road to success; it requires hard work and dedication.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "royal road":

main roadroyal trainhigh road