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1. wise
adjective. ['ˈwaɪz'] having or prompted by wisdom or discernment.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- wis (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- wise (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- wisen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- wisian (Middle English (1100-1500))
Rhymes with Wise
- sensationalize
- decriminalize
- misapplies
- improvise
- underlies
- pint-size
- mcfly's
- comprise
- complies
- vanhise
- surprise
- supply's
- supplies
- shanghai's
- reprise
- replies
- oversize
- marseilles
- implies
- goodbyes
- emprise
- duis
- disguise
- despise
- decries
- chastise
- baptize
- upsize
- surmise
- revise
How do you pronounce wise?
Pronounce wise as waɪz.
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UK - How to pronounce wise in British English
Sentences with wise
1. Noun, singular or mass
A book would signify that he will become a very wise and educated person.
2. Verb, past participle
Packing in your own water is wise at these locations.
3. Adjective
When employees at this stage act out, it can be wise to listen to and address their concerns.
Quotes about wise
1. The fool doth think he is wise, but the wise man knows himself to be a fool.
- William Shakespeare, As You Like It
2. A wise girl kisses but doesn't love, listens but doesn't believe, and leaves before she is left.
- Marilyn Monroe
3. If you wish to succeed in life, make perseverance your bosom friend, experience your wise counselor, caution your elder brother, and hope your guardian genius.
- Joseph Addison
2. penny-wise
adjective. thrifty in small matters only.
Antonyms
Etymology
- penny (English)
- penning (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- wise (English)
- wis (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
5. wise
adjective. ['ˈwaɪz'] marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters.
Antonyms
Etymology
- wis (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- wise (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- wisen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- wisian (Middle English (1100-1500))
6. wise
noun. ['ˈwaɪz'] a way of doing or being.
Antonyms
Etymology
- wis (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- wise (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- wisen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- wisian (Middle English (1100-1500))
8. wise
adjective. ['ˈwaɪz'] improperly forward or bold.
Antonyms
Etymology
- wis (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- wise (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- wisen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- wisian (Middle English (1100-1500))
9. wise
adjective. ['ˈwaɪz'] evidencing the possession of inside information.
Antonyms
Etymology
- wis (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- wise (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- wisen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- wisian (Middle English (1100-1500))