Wise Definition & Meaning
wise
- adjective
- having or prompted by wisdom or discernment; "a wise leader"; "a wise and perceptive comment"
- marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters; "judicious use of one's money"; "a wise decision"
- evidencing the possession of inside information
- 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!"
- noun
- a way of doing or being; "in no wise"; "in this wise"
- United States Jewish leader (born in Hungary) (1874-1949)
- United States religious leader (born in Bohemia) who united reform Jewish organizations in the United States (1819-1900)
"Wise" in song lyrics
See how wise is used in real songs:
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"seek someone to help us grow wise"
1200 Techniques f/ Rashad Houghton — Fork in the Road -
"That fact that you was wise"
The 49ers — What Ya Got -
"You can look at this verse as a word to the wise"
7L & Esoteric — Loud and Clear
Words that rhyme with wise
Usage tips for "wise"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "wise" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for wise to find words that pair well.