Wise (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

Improperly forward or bold; "don't be fresh with me"; "impertinent of a child to lecture a grownup"; "an impudent boy given to insulting strangers"; "Don't get wise with me!".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

• Sassy
• Impertinent
• Impudent
• Fresh
• Smart
• Saucy
• Overbold

Meaning ²

Having or prompted by wisdom or discernment; "a wise leader"; "a wise and perceptive comment".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Antonyms

• Foolish

Related Words

• Wiseness (noun)

Meaning ³

Marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters; "judicious use of one's money"; "a wise decision".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

• Heady
• Judicious

Related Words

• Wiseness (noun)

Meaning ⁴

Evidencing the possession of inside information.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

• Knowing
• Wise To