Synonyms for wise
27 synonyms for “wise”, grouped by meaning. Dark green words mean nearly the same thing; light green ones are close in some uses.
Wise as in “smart”
adjective: improperly forward or bold
- smart
- intelligent
- astute
- saucy
- fresh
- sassy
- bright
- impertinent
- impudent
Wise as in “knowing”
adjective: evidencing the possession of inside information
- knowing
- keen
- reasonable
- profound
- deep
- knowledgeable
Wise as in “prudent”
adjective: having or prompted by wisdom or discernment
- prudent
- sage
- omniscient
- perceptive
- advisable
- sapient
- sagacious
- perspicacious
Wise as in “judicious”
adjective: marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters
- judicious
- sensible
- shrewd
- politic
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