wisdom

[wiz-duhm] / ˈwɪz dəm /

NOUN

insight, common sense

Synonyms

STRONGEST

acumen caution common sense experience foresight insight intelligence judgment knowledge poise prudence sanity savvy sophistication understanding

STRONG

astuteness balance brains circumspection comprehension discernment discrimination enlightenment erudition gumption information judiciousness learning penetration perspicacity practicality reason sagacity sapience shrewdness solidity stability

WEAK

clear thinking good judgment horse sense pansophy sageness savoir faire

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ignorance imprudence inability ineptness stupidity thoughtlessness

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In recent years, he imparted that wisdom through investor meetings and other public appearances.

From MarketWatch

Conventional wisdom would suggest that Apple is going to get pinched on memory costs at some point down the line, Goldberg told MarketWatch.

From MarketWatch

Before the musician ended his set, he shared some words of wisdom: "If you've ever got a dream, never give up."

From BBC

Buffett’s philanthropy and annual letters, which have passed on wisdom about investing and life, have only enhanced the investor’s reach and reputation.

From The Wall Street Journal

It was James throwing down a reverse dunk and offering words of wisdom to teammates while also shooting 11 for 13 from the field.

From Los Angeles Times

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