sapient — having or showing great wisdom or sound judgment
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having or showing great wisdom or sound judgment
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈseɪpiənt/
Korean meaning: 지혜롭거나 현명한 판단력을 가진
Korean pronunciation: 세이-피-언트 (강세: 세이)
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's sapient words always help me make better life choices.
- The sapient AI refused to help with homework, saying 'Learning comes from doing, not copying!'
- Even the most sapient philosophers sometimes can't figure out how to use a smartphone.
sapient
ADJECTIVE//ˈseɪpiənt//
having or showing great wisdom or sound judgment

Wise elder giving sound counsel
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The sapient master stays patient with ancient wisdom
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Origin
From Latin 'sapiens' meaning 'wise' or 'discerning', derived from the verb 'sapere' meaning 'to taste' or 'to be wise'. The word entered English in the 14th century through Old French.
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“My grandmother's sapient words always help me make better life choices.”
“The sapient AI refused to help with homework, saying 'Learning comes from doing, not copying!'”
“Even the most sapient philosophers sometimes can't figure out how to use a smartphone.”
“The sapient judge carefully considered all evidence before making the final verdict.”
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