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sage Antonyms
Opposite of sage
Looking for antonyms for sage? Sourced from our comprehensive thesaurus, here is a list of opposite words and the exact opposite of sage, organized by relevance and context.
• noun (Context 1)
A profoundly wise person, especially an elder or philosopher venerated for their judgment, experience, and spiritual insight.
Usage Example
"Students traveled from across the province to consult the ancient fool."
Strongest
fool
simpleton
Strong
ignoramus
novice
• adjective (Context 2)
Having, showing, or indicating profound wisdom, sound judgment, and foresight.
Usage Example
"The retiring professor offered some foolish advice to the incoming graduate students."
Strongest
foolish
unwise
Strong
imprudent
obtuse
shortsighted
Similar words to sage
Looking for synonyms? Words similar to sage vary depending on the context. Here are a few common synonyms:
wise
salvia
sagacious
judicious
philosopher
savant
prudent
discerning
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Sage. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 18, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/sage