wisely

[ wahyz-lee ]

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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of wisely¹

wise ¹( def ) + -ly

Example Sentences

"We hope trusts who receive greater funding freedom will use this money wisely - to cut waiting times, make the waiting experience better for patients, and strengthen the ways they work with patients to improve services," she said.

From BBC

Though Biden wisely relied upon an interagency group of lawyers to advise him on national security decisions, following their advice, he issued “nonbinding political agreements, memoranda of understanding, joint communiques, and occasionally ‘executive agreements plus,’” just as Obama had done on the Paris climate accords and the Iran nuclear deal, relying on “preexisting legislative frameworks” rather than new congressional authorizations.

From Salon

And it added while paying consultants for additional work was "essential" to cut waits and provide safe care, the NHS was "committed to spending taxpayer money wisely".

From BBC

Your vote is their lifeline—use it wisely, because tragically, far too many no longer have that chance.

From Salon

Wes Streeting said he would be asking “hard questions” of the NHS in England to ensure the extra £25 billion over two years, announced in the budget, is spent wisely.

From BBC

Related Words

• carefully
• intelligently
• judiciously
• sensibly
• shrewdly