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To act wisely when the time for action comes, to wait patiently when it is time for repose, put man in accord with the tides. Ignorance of this law results in periods of unreasoning enthusiasm on the one hand, and depression on the other.
Helena Blavatsky

Meaning of "wisely" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF WISELY

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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF WISELY

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Wisely is an adverb.
The adverb is an invariable part of the sentence that can change, explain or simplify a verb or another adverb.

WHAT DOES WISELY MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Wisely

Wisely series (Chinese: 衛斯理 (Wai Si Li)), sometimes transliterated "Wesley", is a series of novels about the fictional character of the same name, created by author Ni Kuang. There are currently 145 Wisely stories, with 136 authored by Ni Kuang. After Ni Kuang's retirement, a Wisely Memoir (衛斯理回憶錄) series was authored by Dr. Yeh, Leehwa, attempting to explain the internal inconsistencies of the previous stories written by Ni Kuang. The Wai Si Li stories are written as a first person narrative, the concept being that the Wisely series was created as a record of his adventures and encounters.

Definition of wisely in the English dictionary

The definition of wisely in the dictionary is in a prudent or sensible manner.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH WISELY


Barnsley
ˈbɑːnzlɪ
Beardsley
ˈbɪədzlɪ
Bisley
ˈbɪzlɪ
frizzly
ˈfrɪzlɪ
grisly
ˈɡrɪzlɪ
grizzly
ˈɡrɪzlɪ
Hattersley
ˈhætəzlɪ
Kingsley
ˈkɪŋzlɪ
Knowsley
ˈnəʊzlɪ
measly
ˈmiːzlɪ
Moseley
ˈməʊzlɪ
Mosley
ˈməʊzlɪ
muesli
ˈmjuːzlɪ
overwisely
ˌəʊvəˈwaɪzlɪ
paisley
ˈpeɪzlɪ
Presley
ˈprɛzlɪ
unwisely
ʌnˈwaɪzlɪ
Wellesley
ˈwɛlzlɪ
Wesley
ˈwɛzlɪ
Wolseley
ˈwʊlzlɪ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE WISELY

wise
wise guy
Wise Men
wise up
wiseacre
wiseass
wisecrack
wisecracker
wisecracking
wiseling
Wiseman
wiseness
wisenheimer
wisent
wisewoman
wish
wish fulfilment
wish list
wish on
wish-wash

WORDS THAT END LIKE WISELY

adversely
closely
coarsely
concisely
conversely
densely
diffusely
diversely
falsely
immensely
imprecisely
intensely
inversely
loosely
precisely
profusely
purposely
reversely
sparsely
transversely

Synonyms and antonyms of wisely in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «wisely» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF WISELY

Find out the translation of wisely to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of wisely from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «wisely» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

明智
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

sabiamente
570 millions of speakers

English

wisely
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

बुद्धिमानी
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

بحكمة
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

мудро
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

sabiamente
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

বিজ্ঞতার সঙ্গে
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

à bon escient
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

dengan bijak
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

weise
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

賢明に
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

현명하게
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Wisely
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

một cách khôn ngoan
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

புத்திசாலித்தனமாக
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

सुज्ञपणे
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

akıllıca
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

saggiamente
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

mądrze
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

мудро
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

înțelepciune
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

σοφά
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

verstandig
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

klokt
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

klokt
5 millions of speakers

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «WISELY»

The term «wisely» is very widely used and occupies the 20.635 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about wisely

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10 QUOTES WITH «WISELY»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word wisely.
1
George Matthew Adams
People do not want what we have in our pockets half as much as they want what is in our hearts. If we combine both, intelligently, however, according to our means, we give wisely and well.
2
Samuel Adams
We cannot make events. Our business is wisely to improve them.
3
Amos Bronson Alcott
One must be a wise reader to quote wisely and well.
4
Bruce Babbitt
What we've proven is that you can protect the environment, use it wisely and grow the economy and that there is no conflict between the two.
5
Annie Besant
After death we live for some time in the astral world in the astral body used during our life on earth, and the more we learn to control and use it wisely now the better for us after death.
6
Helena Blavatsky
To act wisely when the time for action comes, to wait patiently when it is time for repose, put man in accord with the tides. Ignorance of this law results in periods of unreasoning enthusiasm on the one hand, and depression on the other.
7
Kim Clijsters
We have a tough schedule this summer, so I have to plan my schedule wisely if I want to be able to last throughout the season.
8
Michael Crapo
While our nation faces many challenges that must be met regarding homeland security and our military readiness, it is imperative that we live within our means and wisely spend taxpayer dollars.
9
Howard Crosby
A wisely chosen illustration is almost essential to fasten the truth upon the ordinary mind, and no teacher can afford to neglect this part of his preparation.
10
Abba Eban
History teaches us that men and nations behave wisely once they have exhausted all other alternatives.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «WISELY»

Discover the use of wisely in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to wisely and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Using Technology Wisely: The Keys to Success in Schools
Provides information on the effect of technology on student academic performance in mathematics, science, and reading.
Harold Wenglinsky, 2005
2
Shoes Wisely: Choosing the Right Shoe for Every Occasion
God has equipped you to face every season of life, and fully prepared you through the power of His Word. This groundbreaking book by Dr. Wendy Treat is just what you have been waiting for!
Wendy Treat, Dr., 2013
3
Reading the Gospels Wisely: A Narrative and Theological ...
"This is a book that could transform many people's reading of the Gospels. Jonathan Pennington has a wide knowledge of the specialist literature, and he skillfully distills what matters most for the task of reading the Gospels wisely.
Jonathan T. Pennington, 2012
4
Choose Them Wisely: Thoughts Become Things!
The best-selling author of the Notes from the Universe trilogy and featured instructor in the movie and book The Secret explains the importance of being courageous and trusting oneself to achieve a life of fulfillment, in an uplifting ...
Mike Dooley, 2009
5
Leading Wisely in Difficult Times: Three Cases of Faith and ...
The stories explore the role of religious faith in business decision making and provide both witnesses of action and deeper reflections and insights on the relation of faith and business.
Michael Naughton, David Specht, 2011
6
Using Your Money Wisely: Biblical Principles Under Scrutiny
We are seeing just some of the effects of living in a materialistic society. Larry Burkett, renowned for his Christian Financial Concepts ministry, dedicated himself to helping people understand what the Scripture says about finances.
Larry Burkett, 1990
7
Giving Wisely: Killing with Kindness Or Empowering Lasting ...
Jealousy and fights ensue. We create beggars. Good men are corrupted. Tragically, such stories are not the exception but the rule. Is this “Generosity”? Our guilt is appeased but great harm is done. That is what this book is about.
Johnathan Martin, 2008
8
Living Wisely in a Foolish World: A Contemporary Look at the ...
This book shows how to use the wisdom in the book of Proverbs for guidance in finances, marriage, sex, family, religion, education, vocation, and politics.
H. Wayne House
9
The Reflective Life: Living Wisely With Our Limits
What can we do to live life wisely? You might think that the answer would be to think and reflect more. But this is not Valerie Tiberius's answer.
Valerie Tiberius, 2008
10
Anna Karenina in Our Time: Seeing More Wisely
In this invigorating new assessment of Anna Karenina, Gary Saul Morson overturns traditional interpretations of the classic novel and shows why readers have misunderstood Tolstoy’s characters and intentions.
Gary Saul Morson, 2007

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «WISELY»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term wisely is used in the context of the following news items.
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using your time wisely
Are you using your time wisely? You know, working towards living a life you love? Or do you let things like social media greedily suck up all your spare minutes ... «Stuff.co.nz, Jul 15»
2
Public Release: 21-Jul-2015 Choosing Wisely in newborn medicine …
"Advanced tests and treatments have been important factors in that drop, but we need to use them more wisely." Pursley said the recommendations are based ... «EurekAlert, Jul 15»
3
Five Unnecessary Tests for Newborns: Choosing Wisely
The Choosing Wisely campaign has identified the top five newborn medicine tests and treatments that cannot be justified on the basis of efficacy, safety, or cost. «Medscape, Jul 15»
4
I trust Casillas to choose wisely on Porto move, says Carvajal
After a turbulent 18 months in the Spanish capital, in which a number of fans have turned against him following some high-profile errors and a falling-out with ... «Goal.com, Jul 15»
5
Modernizing Medicine Integrates AUA's Choosing Wisely Guidelines …
Choosing Wisely is an initiative of the ABIM Foundation that calls upon leading medical specialty societies and other non-physician organizations to identify tests ... «HIT Consultant, May 15»
6
Choose Wisely: Why Doctors Need To Stop 'Over-Treating' Patients …
As a result, a group of self-aware doctors have launched the Choosing Wisely campaign, which aims to educate both health practitioners and their patients ... «Medical Daily, May 15»
7
Unnecessary tests: Choosing Wisely campaign targets brain scans …
Common medical procedures including brain scans, food allergy tests and long-term reflux medication are unnecessary and possibly harmful for many patients ... «Sydney Morning Herald, Apr 15»
8
Bicycle Music Company Promotes Jake Wisely to CEO
Jake Wisely has been promoted to CEO of Bicycle Music and will now oversee all music publishing, licensing and rights management for the music publisher as ... «Billboard, Feb 15»
9
Insurers must use QE wisely to gird for correction - watchdog
"It gives you a little bit more time (to prepare); use it wisely," he told a Standard & Poor's insurance conference. Excess liquidity was leading to a massive ... «Reuters, Feb 15»
10
Sleeping pill use by seniors too common, Choosing Wisely Canada …
A campaign to reduce inappropriate use of health care in Canada is calling for more prudent prescribing of sleep aids among seniors. Choosing Wisely Canada ... «CBC.ca, Oct 14»

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