- 1. v. Having knowledge; knowing; enlightened; of extensive information; erudite; learned. Source: opted
- 2. v. Hence, especially, making due use of knowledge; discerning and judging soundly concerning what is true or false, proper or improper; choosing the best ends and the best means for accomplishing them; sagacious. Source: opted
- 3. v. Versed in art or science; skillful; dexterous; specifically, skilled in divination. Source: opted
- 4. v. Hence, prudent; calculating; shrewd; wary; subtle; crafty. Source: opted
- 5. v. Dictated or guided by wisdom; containing or exhibiting wisdom; well adapted to produce good effects; judicious; discreet; as, a wise saying; a wise scheme or plan; wise conduct or management; a wise determination. Source: opted
- 6. v. Way of being or acting; manner; mode; fashion. Source: opted
- 7. adj. having or prompted by wisdom or discernment Source: wordnet
- 8. adj. marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters Source: wordnet
- 9. adj. evidencing the possession of inside information Source: wordnet
- 10. adj. improperly forward or bold Source: wordnet
- 11. n. a way of doing or being Source: wordnet
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