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   wisdom

   /ˈwɪzdəm/

   noun

   • 1. the quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgement; the quality of being wise: "listen to his words of wisdom" Similar sagacitysagenessintelligenceunderstandinginsightperceptionperceptivenesspercipiencepenetrationperspicuityacuitydiscernmentsensegood sensecommon senseshrewdnessastutenessacumensmartnessjudiciousnessjudgementforesightclear-sightednessprudencecircumspectionlogicrationalerationalitysoundnesssanenessadvisabilityinformal:sharpnesssavvysmartsrare:sapienceargutenessOpposite stupidityfolly
   • ▪ the fact of being based on sensible or wise thinking: "some questioned the wisdom of building the dam so close to an active volcano" Similar sagacitysagenessintelligenceunderstandinginsightperceptionperceptivenesspercipiencepenetrationperspicuityacuitydiscernmentsensegood sensecommon senseshrewdnessastutenessacumensmartnessjudiciousnessjudgementforesightclear-sightednessprudencecircumspectionlogicrationalerationalitysoundnesssanenessadvisabilityinformal:sharpnesssavvysmartsrare:sapienceargutenessOpposite stupidityfolly
   • ▪ the body of knowledge and experience that develops within a specified society or period: "Eastern wisdom" Similar knowledgelearningeruditionscholarshipphilosophylore

   Word Origin Old Englishwīsdōm (see wise1, -dom).

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishWISDOM | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   WISDOM definition: 1. the ability to use your knowledge and experience to make good decisions and judgments: 2. the…. Learn more.

   • English (US)

     the ability to make good judgments based on what you have...

   • Simplified

     WISDOM translate: 智慧;明智. Learn more in the Cambridge...

   • Wisdom Spanish Translation

     WISDOM translate: sabiduría, sabiduría [feminine, singular]....

   • Wisdom: Arabic Translation

     WISDOM translate: حِكْمة. Learn more in the Cambridge...

   • Wisdom: Polish Translation

     WISDOM translate: mądrość, mądrość. Learn more in the...

   • Traditional

     WISDOM translate: 智慧;明智. Learn more in the Cambridge...

   • In His/Her/Their Wisdom

     IN HIS/HER/THEIR WISDOM definition: 1. something that you...

   • Wisdom: Russian Translation

     WISDOM translate: мудрость . Learn more in the Cambridge...

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › wisdomWisdom Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of WISDOM is ability to discern inner qualities and relationships : insight. How to use wisdom in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Wisdom.

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5. www.dictionary.com › browse › wisdomWISDOM Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Wisdom is the quality or state of being wise, or knowledge of what is true or right coupled with just judgment as to action. Learn more about the origin, synonyms, antonyms, and examples of wisdom from Dictionary.com.

6. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › WisdomWisdom - Wikipedia

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   Wisdom is the use of knowledge and experience to make good judgements and understand reality. Learn about different approaches to wisdom, such as sapience, heuristic, mythological, and academic perspectives, and their examples.

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryWISDOM | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   the ability to make good judgments based on what you have learned from your experience, or the knowledge and understanding that gives you this ability. Wisdom also means the quality of being a good judgment: I question the wisdom of separating a child from his brothers and sisters whatever the circumstances.

8. www.oed.com › dictionary › wisdom_nwisdom, n. meanings, etymology and more - Oxford English...

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   Wisdom is the quality or character of being wise, or something in which this is exhibited. It can also refer to a personified attribute of God, or a title of Jesus Christ. See the historical development and usage of the word from Old English to modern English.

9. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishWISDOM definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Wisdom is the ability to use your experience and knowledge to make sensible decisions and judgments.