wise

Definition

  • verb: to give instruction or information to
  • adjective: having or showing wisdom or knowledge usually from learning or experiencing many things
  • adjective: characterized by wisdom
  • usually used with 'up'
  • synonyms: manner, teach, knowing

Examples

  • The investigation has been going on for months, and we're still 'none the wiser' about the true cause of the accident. [=we still don't know anything more about the true cause]

  • I'm 'wise to' you. = I'm 'wise to' what you're doing. [=I know what you're doing; I know that you are trying to do something dishonest]

  • I borrowed his car and returned it, and he was 'none the wiser'. [=he did not know that I had borrowed his car]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I make a point of avoiding familiarity with pirates. It would be a shame to put a mark on your record. So if you'll excuse me. Do you think this wise, boy? Crossing blades with a pirate? You threatened Miss Swann. Only a little. You know what you're doing. I'll give you that. Excellent form. (..)
    2003 Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl