Pronunciation: 'wiz-d&m
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English wIsdOm, from wIs wise

1 a : accumulated philosophic or scientific learning :  KNOWLEDGE
   b : ability to discern inner qualities and relationships :  INSIGHT
   c : good sense : JUDGMENT
   d : generally accepted belief

2 : a wise attitude, belief, or course of action

3 : the teachings of the ancient wise men

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Wisdom

"to perceive and understand"