wiseness
The state, quality, or measure of being wiseThe state, quality, or measure of being wise; wisdom.
Meaning
1 senses(uncountable, usually)The state, quality, or measure of being wise; wisdom.
More definitions
- the trait of utilizing knowledge and experience with common sense and insight
- the quality of being prudent and sensible
Origin
From Middle English wisnesse, from Old English wīsnes (“teaching, wisdom”), equivalent toFrom Middle English wisnesse, from Old English wīsnes (“teaching, wisdom”), equivalent to wise + -ness.
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Forms
plural: wisenesses| Singular | wiseness |
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uncountable
Synonyms
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Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable