wisdom
wis
ˈwɪz
viz
dom
dəm
dēm
British pronunciation
/wˈɪsdəm/

Definition & Meaning of "wisdom"in English

Wisdom
01

the quality of being knowledgeable, experienced, and able to make good decisions and judgments

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Examples
The wisdom of the elderly woman was evident in the way she calmly solved problems that others found overwhelming.
He sought the wisdom of his mentor before making such an important career decision.
02

accumulated knowledge or erudition or enlightenment

03

the trait of utilizing knowledge and experience with common sense and insight

04

an Apocryphal book consisting mainly of a meditation on wisdom; although ascribed to Solomon it was probably written in the first century BC

05

ability to apply knowledge or experience or understanding or common sense and insight

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