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English word

wise

B2Frequent NGSL-3
UK /waɪz/US /waɪz/
adjective

able to make sensible decisions and give good advice because of the experience and knowledge that you have

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J.K. Rowling Harvard Commencement Speech | Harvard University Commencement 2008 video example

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She herself has noted that a person has a moral responsibility, when you've been given far more than you need, to do wise things with it and to give intelligently.

J.K. Rowling Harvard Commencement Speech

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