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Wisely vs Sagacious - What's the difference?

wisely | sagacious |

As an adverb wisely

is in a wise manner; using good judgement.

As an adjective sagacious is

having or showing keen discernment, sound judgment, and farsightedness; mentally shrewd.

wisely

English

Adverb

(er)
  • In a wise manner; using good judgement.
    • She wisely decided to re-check her homework before submitting it.
  • * 1900 , L. Frank Baum , The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Chapter 23
    • "My second command to the Winged Monkeys," said Glinda "will be that they carry you safely to the land of the Winkies. Your brains may not be so large to look at as those of the Scarecrow, but you are really brighter than he is—when you are well polished—and I am sure you will rule the Winkies wisely and well."

    sagacious

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Having or showing keen discernment, sound judgment, and farsightedness; mentally shrewd.

    • Synonyms

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    Derived terms

    * sagaciously * sagaciousness

    Related terms

    * sagacity

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