wise

Definition

Showing good judgement or the benefit of experience.

Etymology

From Middle English wis, wys, from Old English wīs (“wise”), from Proto-Germanic *wīsaz (“wise”), from Proto-Indo-European *weydstos, *weydtos, a participle form of *weyd-. Cognate with Dutch wijs, German weise, Norwegian vis and Swedish vis. Compare wit.

Example Sentences

• "Storing extra food for the winter was a wise decision."
• "They were considered the wise old men of the administration."
• "Don't get wise with me!"

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