Synonyms of wisdom
23 similar words · 6 opposite words
Another word for wisdom is sagacity. Other synonyms of wisdom are sapience. The opposite of wisdom is unwisdom.
Synonyms and similar words for wisdom
nounA group of owls.
nounMore synonyms
- acuity
- astutenessThe quality of being astute.
- clairvoyance
- discernment
- discrimination
- gumption
- insight
- nous
- penetration
- perspicacity
- prudenceSynonym of wisdom (“an element of personal character that enables one to distinguish the wise from the unwise; wise...
- sagaciousnessThe state of being sagacious; an acuteness of perception or discernment.
- sagacityThe quality of being sage, wise, or able to make good decisions; the quality of being perceptive, astute or insightful.
- sagelinessThe property of being sage.
- sagenessThe property of being sage.
- sapienceThe property of being sapient, the property of possessing or being able to possess wisdom.
- savvyShrewdness.
- sharpness
- understanding
- wisenessThe state, quality, or measure of being wise; wisdom.
- wit
- sophy obsoleteWisdom, knowledge, learning.
Opposite of wisdom
nounMore antonyms
- foolishness
- folly
- foolhardinessThe quality of being foolhardy.
- imprudence
- stupidity
- unwisdomLack of wisdom; unwise action or conduct; folly, foolishness.
Meaning of wisdom
- noun An element of personal character that enables one to distinguish the wise from the unwise.
- noun A piece of wise advice.
- noun The discretionary use of knowledge for the greatest good.
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