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Definition of Wise
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Wise
Having knowledge; knowing; enlightened; of extensive information; erudite; learned. Hence, especially, making due use of knowledge; discerning and judging soundly concerning what is true or false, proper or improper; choosing the best ends and the best means for accomplishing them; sagacious. Versed in art or science; skillful; dexterous; specifically, skilled in divination. Hence, prudent; calculating; shrewd; wary; subtle; crafty. Dictated or guided by wisdom; containing or exhibiting wisdom; well adapted to produce good effects; judicious; discreet; as, a wise saying; a wise scheme or plan; wise conduct or management; a wise determination. Way of being or acting; manner; mode; fashion. Related Definitions:
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Wise Quotations
A fool thinks himself to be wise, but a wise man knows himself to be a fool. William Shakespeare A word to the wise ain't necessary - it's the stupid ones that need the advice. Bill Cosby Be as smart as you can, but remember that it is always better to be wise than to be smart. Alan Alda You must be wise, but not too wise. Alexander T. Stewart It is best for the wise man not to seem wise. Aeschylus |
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Wise Translations
wise in Dutch is verstandig, vroed, wijs wise in Finnish is viisas wise in Italian is saggio, ragionevole wise in Latin is sapiens, prudens wise in Spanish is guisa, sensato, sabio |
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