| wisdom | |
| 1. n. An element of personal character that enables one to distinguish the wise from the unwise. | |
| 2. n. A piece of wise advice. | |
| 3. n. The discretionary use of knowledge for the greatest good. | |
| 4. n. The ability to apply relevant knowledge in an insightful way, especially to different situations from that in which the knowledge was gained. | |
| 5. n. The ability to make a decision based on the combination of knowledge, experience, and intuitive understanding. | |
| 6. n. (theology) The ability to know and apply spiritual truths. | |
