wisely
UK: ˈwaɪzli | US: ˈwaɪzli
Definition
adv. in a manner showing good judgment or intelligence
adv. prudently or with careful consideration
Structure
wise <having knowledge or judgment>ly <adverb suffix>
Etymology
The word "wisely" combines the Old English root "wise," meaning "knowledgeable" or "judicious," with the adverbial suffix "-ly," which transforms adjectives into adverbs. "Wise" itself traces back to Proto-Germanic *wīsaz (knowledgeable) and Proto-Indo-European *weyd- (to see or know). The suffix "-ly" originates from Old English "-līce," used to form adverbs from adjectives. Together, they create a word that describes actions performed with discernment or intelligence.
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