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Definition of streetwise

streetwise

/ˈstriːt.waɪz/
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• adjective

1

Having the experience, shrewdness, and practical knowledge necessary to survive or deal with the difficulties and dangers of modern urban life.

Example

"Growing up in a bustling metropolis made the young reporter remarkably streetwise and observant."

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• Nearby Words

streetwalker
streetwalking
streetwear
streetwise
strelitzia
strength
strengthen

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Streetwise. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/streetwise
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