wisely

American  

[wahyz-lee] / ˈwaɪz li /

adverb

1. in a way that shows good sense or judgment; prudently.

   In taking good care of our health, we have to be well-informed and wisely cautious.

2. in a way that shows depth of discernment or understanding; insightfully.

   Albert Einstein wisely observed that we can't solve today's problems with the same thinking that created those problems.

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Etymology

Origin of wisely

wise ¹ ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

"When you have time out, I used it wisely I think to try and make sure that when I try and come back to tennis, that I'm ready to go all the way again."

From BBC

Yet as commander in chief, wisely comprehending that no war to save the Union could be waged, much less won, exclusively by Republicans, Lincoln sought out Democrats to help battle secession.

From The Wall Street Journal

The company reset its strategy February last year, has cut costs, and changed its leadership team in a bid to regain investor confidence that it can spend wisely and deliver higher returns.

From The Wall Street Journal

“People all over the world can see even just when we open our mouths one time,” she added, “so I think we have an opportunity to use it wisely.”

From Los Angeles Times

"People all over the world can see even just when we open our mouths one time, so I think we have an opportunity to use it wisely."

From BBC

Related Words

• carefully
• intelligently
• judiciously
• sensibly
• shrewdly