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wisdom

/ˈwɪz.dəm/
wis · dom
Adverb:wisely
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Plural:wisdoms
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Adjective:wise
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wisdom Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality of having experience, deep knowledge, and sound judgment; the ability to think and act using understanding and insight.

Example

"The community elders were respected for their patience and practical wisdom."

2

The accumulated body of knowledge, philosophical teachings, or accepted beliefs held by a culture, society, or field over time.

Example

"Conventional medical wisdom on dietary fats has evolved significantly over the past few decades."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'wīsdōm', formed from the adjective 'wīs' (wise) and the noun-forming suffix '-dōm' (state, condition, or realm), ultimately tracing back to the Proto-Germanic root '*wīsaz' (learned, knowing).

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