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Definition of Wisdom
Wisdom
wis·dom

Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the quality of having knowledge, experience, strong insight, and good judgement and being wise;

e.g. We trusted that her wisdom would lead her to make the right decision.

(noun)
the degree of how sound a decision or action is, in terms of how much knowledge, experience, insight, or judgement has been applied in arriving at it;

e.g. He recognized the wisdom of choosing to go to directly to the airport.

(noun)
a wise belief, attitude, or action that is part of the body of general knowledge in a particular time or place, or such a body of common knowledge;

e.g. Even today, many artists use the wisdom of ancient craftsmen in their work.

(noun)
a belief that is widely held and accepted due to being generally considered true;

e.g. They shared a local wisdom with me about how to find my way around the city.


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  • "Ambition, fueled by compassion, wisdom and integrity, is a powerful force for good that will turn the wheels of industry and open the doors of opportunity for you and countless others." -- Zig Ziglar

  • "God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference." -- Reinhold Niebuhr

  • "You must learn to translate wisdom and strong feelings into labor." -- Jim Rohn


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