wisely
adv. US //ˈwaɪzɫi// UK //wˈaɪzli// wise·ly
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1 with good judgment (adv.) B1 Intermediatein a way that shows you have good judgment and understand what is likely to happen.
in a manner characterized by wisdom, prudence, or the application of experience to achieve a sensible outcome.
ExampleShe decided to invest her money wisely instead of spending it all on a new car.
ExampleThe board of directors wisely chose to delay the product launch until the software bugs were fully resolved.
UsageTypically modifies verbs or entire clauses to evaluate the quality of a decision.
- sensibly
- shrewdly
- prudently
- foolishly
- unwisely
- recklessly
From Middle English wisliche, wislike, from Old English wīslīċe (“wisely”, adverb), equivalent to wise + -ly.