1
as in prudent
having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge
a respected and wise old judge famous for her sensible rulings
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2
as in aware
having inside information
they fooled everyone else, but I'd heard them talking and was wise to their true intentions
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3
as in desirable
suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
selling the stock just before it plunged in value was a wise move on your part
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as in cute
making light of something usually regarded as serious or sacred
you wouldn't be so wise if you were the one suffering from hemorrhoids
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as in bold
displaying or marked by rude boldness
she is competent, but she's always getting wise with the boss
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Recent Examples of wise
Plus, these wiser septuagenarians feel that the most difficult and stressful experiences in life are behind them, while a sense of accomplishment helps lessen daily anxiety.
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Jeanne Ballion, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2025
The Camino is wise; its lessons come slowly, mile by mile, day by day.
—Daniela Diaz, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2025
Under the management of Gene, Bob, and Ron, the firm’s signature ‘good judgment and wise counsel’ combination gained another component: unparalleled care.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 6 Mar. 2025
Even if the snow continuously falls, removing it before more than four inches accumulates is wise, as large amounts of snow are significantly more difficult to remove.
—Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2025
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Jeanne Ballion, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2025
The Camino is wise; its lessons come slowly, mile by mile, day by day.
—Daniela Diaz, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2025
Under the management of Gene, Bob, and Ron, the firm’s signature ‘good judgment and wise counsel’ combination gained another component: unparalleled care.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 6 Mar. 2025
Even if the snow continuously falls, removing it before more than four inches accumulates is wise, as large amounts of snow are significantly more difficult to remove.
—Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wise
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The Corleones might suggest keeping friends close and enemies closer — a rule of thumb that proved prudent for Costello as well.—
Jami Ganz,
New York Daily News,
20 Mar. 2025
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To be sure, there are always inefficiencies in any organization, especially one as large as the US government, and removing inefficiencies is prudent.—
Kumar Mehta,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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Gong and his family members are aware of the filmmakers, even mention the filming, yet remain largely unselfconscious in front of the cameras.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
29 Mar. 2025
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Everyone inside the clubhouse is aware of baseball mortality.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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TCAs work about as well as SSRIs/SNRIs but can sometimes cause less desirable side effects, such as dry mouth, sleepiness, weight gain, and trouble urinating.6 Summary Benadryl is an antihistamine medication taken to treat mild to severe allergic reactions.—
Alex Yampolsky,
Verywell Health,
19 Mar. 2025
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The covetable object, and the desirable image, has its own hidden price.—
Rebecca Mead,
The New Yorker,
17 Mar. 2025
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His rapping has a frail, slithering quality; his vocal tone morphs between cute squeakiness and ragged rottweiler growls.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
21 Mar. 2025
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This Mainstays set accomplishes both goals and is so cute for summer.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Mar. 2025
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From the lobby to rooms, restaurants, and the rooftop, neutral backdrops are layered with metallic accents, and bold and energetic colors like emerald green, saffron yellow, fiery chili pepper red, and Mediterranean blue.—
Elizabeth Brownfield,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Locksley strayed from bold statements at Maryland football’s spring media day.—
Michael Howes,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Mar. 2025
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Most recently, Amy shone as the assistant director for ‘The Crucible’ by Arthur Miller, earning the respect of her peers for her insightful feedback, thoughtful notes, and collaborative vision for the production.—
Heide Janssen,
Orange County Register,
16 Mar. 2025
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The best of the best conferences have insightful speaker series.—
Lindsey Bartlett,
Rolling Stone,
14 Mar. 2025
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These are a few of the menu items that will earn you a knowing wink from behind the counter.—
Sunny Hubler,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Jan. 2025
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Might the oversized love throw pillow be a knowing wink to the Cirque du Soleil show of the same name?—
Catherine Dunwoody,
Forbes,
17 Dec. 2024
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They’re required to see the race from inside the car (immersed in the on-track action), but also from the pits (making tactical adjustments) and from the operations center (where analysts interpret vast streams of data).—
John Cairney,
Sportico.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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In contrast, Barca and Atleti have recognizable tactical strategies.—
Brett Koremenos,
The Athletic,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Wise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wise. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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