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Wisely

adverb

Wisely means in a smart, careful way.

6 letters 2 syllables

What does Wisely mean?

Wisely means in a smart, careful way.

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Dictionary definition

In a smart and careful way that shows good judgment.

Example sentences

Wisely in a sentence

easy

She wisely packed water for the hike.

medium

We wisely checked our work before turning it in.

hard

The hero acts wisely by asking for help instead of rushing.

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Practice the meaning of Wisely

Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.

Practice 1

What does wisely mean?

Practice 2

Which word is closest in meaning to wisely?

Practice 3

Which word or phrase is a useful contrast for wisely?

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Wisely

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Sounds like

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Synonyms

Words like Wisely

carefullyUse for actions done with attention.
sensiblyUse for choices based on good judgment.
Antonyms

Opposite words

foolishlyUse for choices made without good judgment.
carelesslyUse for actions done without enough attention.
Synonym practice

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Word family

Wisely word family

adverb

wisely

In a smart and careful way.

noun

wisdom

Good judgment built from knowledge and experience.

Related words
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Understand Wisely

Hint for students

Wisely means in a smart, careful way.

Common mix-up

Wisely is the adverb form of wise. It describes how an action is done.

Try it in class or at home

Write one sentence that shows wisely without using the word wisely. Then underline clue words that show in a smart, careful way. Example: We wisely checked our work before turning it in. Clue words: checked, work, turning Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show in a smart, careful way?

Teacher prompt

Ask students to explain this model sentence: "We wisely checked our work before turning it in." Why does wisely fit better than foolishly?