wise1
adj.
- having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgement.
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(wise to)
informal aware of, especially so as to know how to act.
v.
(
wise up)
informal become alert or aware.
Phrase
- be wise after the event
understand and assess something only after its implications have become obvious.
Derivative
Etymology
OE wīs, of Gmc origin; rel. to wit2.
wise2
n.
archaic manner, way, or extent.
Phrase
Etymology
OE wīse, of Gmc origin; rel. to wit2.
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