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

“If and when there is excess water available, we want to be able to store it and hold on to it, and use it wisely.”

From Los Angeles Times

His other opponents - mostly former UFC fighters - have been picked wisely, and now he has chosen to face a man 31 years his senior in a winnable contest.

From BBC

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

The agency wisely warned me off directly contacting her now adult children; they gave me the name of one of them and described his lengthy and at times violent arrest record.

From Salon

Related Words

• carefully
• intelligently
• judiciously
• sensibly
• shrewdly