wise — having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment
Pronunciation (IPA): /waɪz/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother always gives wise advice, like 'Don't eat ice cream for breakfast.'
- It would be wise to study before the exam instead of watching Netflix.
- The wise teacher told us that the real test is not in the classroom but in life.
wise
ADJECTIVE[/waɪz/]
having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
This word derives from Old English 'wis', which shares a common Germanic root. It connects to Indo-European roots meaning 'to know' or 'to see', reflecting the semantic link between knowledge and perception in early Germanic languages.
Breakdown
wis (knowing) + -e (adjective suffix), where 'wis' traces to Indo-European roots denoting cognitive perception and awareness.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother always gives wise advice, like 'Don't eat ice cream for breakfast.'”
“It would be wise to study before the exam instead of watching Netflix.”
“The wise teacher told us that the real test is not in the classroom but in life.”
“He made a wise investment in his education.”
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