wise

Universal Words adjective, verb adjective (wiser, wisest) 1 (of people) able to make sensible decisions and give good advice because of the experience and knowledge that you have: a wise old man * I'm older and wiser after ten years in the business. 2 (of actions and behaviour) sensible; based on good judgement: a wise decision / precaution * It was very wise to leave when you did. * The wisest course of action is just to say nothing. * I was grateful for her wise counsel. wisely adverb: She nodded wisely. * He wisely decided to tell the truth. IDIOMS be none the wiser