wis·dom

wis·dom

Pronunciation: 'wiz-d&m

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English, from Old English wIsdOm, from wIs wise

1 a : accumulated philosophic or scientific learning : KNOWLEDGE b : ability to discern inner qualities and relationships : INSIGHT c : good sense : JUDGMENT d : generally accepted belief

2 : a wise attitude or course of action

3 : the teachings of the ancient wise men



wis·dom