Sagely
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈseɪd͡ʒli/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Sagely is an adverb meaning In the manner of a sage, with wisdom, wisely.
Meaning
In the manner of a sage, with wisdom, wisely.
More Meanings
- Resembling or characteristic of a sage.
Example Sentences
[…] Phil offering and giving advice sagely and gravely
Dr. Ed Wheat has sagely said, “Every physical union should be a contest to see which partner can outplease the other.”
This pro-war impression on the populace the Navy Department sagely foresaw when it sent its men into the unbriny Northwest.
The sheikh comes back in, and slowly, we can become a little more personal in our discussion and he nods sagely and then renods.
Synonyms for sagely
Depending on context, synonyms include wisely.
Antonyms for sagely
Common opposites include foolishly, unwisely.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include wisely, sagaciously, sapiently, sapientially, savvily, sensibly.
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