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    Wisdom

    /ˈwɪzdəm/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    The quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgment.
    Her wisdom in handling difficult situations made her a respected leader.
    The soundness of an action or decision with regard to the application of experience, knowledge, and good judgment.
    It took a lot of wisdom to choose the right path for his career.
    The body of knowledge and principles that develops within a specified society or period.
    The wisdom of ancient cultures can still teach us valuable lessons today.
    The ability to discern or judge what is true, right, or lasting.
    Her wisdom allowed her to see through the deception.
    A wise saying or piece of advice.
    He often quoted the wisdom of philosophers to emphasize his points.

    Etymology

    From Old English 'wisdom', from 'wis', meaning 'wise' + 'dom', meaning 'state or condition'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    wisdom teeth:
    Molars that typically emerge in late adolescence or early adulthood, often requiring removal.
    words of wisdom:
    Advisory or insightful statements shared with others.
    the wisdom of crowds:
    The concept that large groups of people collectively have more knowledge than individuals.

    Related Words

    sage
    A profoundly wise person.
    intelligence
    The ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills.
    judgment
    The ability to make considered decisions or come to sensible conclusions.

    Slang Meanings

    Street smarts
    He may not have formal education, but he has street smarts and a lot of wisdom.
    Book smarts
    She has tons of book smarts, but wisdom comes from life experiences.