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It was wise to ask for help.
What does Wise mean?
Wise means using knowledge and good judgment to make choices.
Dictionary definition
Showing good judgment, learning, and careful thinking.
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Grandma gave wise advice before the trip.
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A wise leader listens before making an important decision.
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What does wise mean?
The correct meaning is: Wise means using knowledge and good judgment to make choices.
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Which word is closest in meaning to wise?
Thoughtful is close in meaning to wise in this context.
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Which word or phrase is a useful contrast for wise?
Foolish contrasts with wise in this dictionary entry.
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MeaningWise means using knowledge and good judgment to make choices.
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Synonyms
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thoughtfulUse when someone thinks carefully.
sensibleUse when a choice shows good judgment.
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Wise means using knowledge and good judgment to make choices.
Common mix-up
Wise means showing good judgment. It is not exactly the same as knowing many facts.
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Write one sentence that shows wise without using the word wise. Then underline clue words that show using knowledge and good judgment to make choices. Example: Grandma gave wise advice before the trip. Clue words: grandma, gave, advice, trip Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show using knowledge and good judgment to make choices?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "Grandma gave wise advice before the trip." Why does wise fit better than foolish?
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