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Wise, Knowledgeable

  • PLAYLIST: ISL Dictionary - Everyday Terms
  • by Indian Sign Language Research and Training Centre

Phonetics:

/waɪz/

Meanings:

verb

Definition: To become wise.

Definition: Usually with “up”, to inform or learn.

Example: After Mo had a word with him, he wised up.

adjective

Definition: Showing good judgement or the benefit of experience.

Example: “It is a profitable thing, if one is wise, to seem foolish” – Aeschylus

Definition: Disrespectful.

Example: Don’t get wise with me!

Definition: Aware, informed.

Example: Be careful, the boss is wise.

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