Week 1 - Wisdom Flashcards
acuity
sharpness or keenness of thought, vision, or hearing
Example: Her acuity in understanding the complexities of the issue was impressive.
apprise
inform or tell (someone)
Example: I will apprise you of any updates regarding the project.
astute
having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one’s advantage
Example: He made an astute observation about the market trends.
canny
having or showing shrewdness and good judgment, especially in money or business matters
Example: She is a canny investor who rarely makes a bad decision.
circumspect
wary and unwilling to take risks
Example: He is circumspect in his financial dealings, always weighing the risks.
cogent
clear, logical, and convincing
Example: The lawyer presented a cogent argument that was hard to refute.
cognizant
having knowledge or being aware of
Example: She is cognizant of the challenges that lie ahead.
concoct
create or devise (a story or plan)
Example: They concocted a plan to surprise their friend on his birthday.
incisive
intelligently analytical and clear-thinking
Example: Her incisive comments during the meeting clarified many points.
introspective
characterized by or given to introspection
Example: He is an introspective person who often reflects on his thoughts and actions.
pedagogue
a teacher, especially a strict or pedantic one
Example: The pedagogue was known for his strict but effective teaching methods.
pedantic
excessively concerned with minor details and rules or with displaying academic learning
Example: His pedantic approach to teaching often bored his students.
pensive
engaged in, involving, or reflecting deep or serious thought
Example: She was in a pensive mood, thinking about her future plans.
perspicacious
having a ready insight into and understanding of things
Example: Her perspicacious mind quickly grasped the intricacies of the subject.
peruse
read (something), typically in a thorough or careful way
Example: He decided to peruse the document before signing it.
politic
seeming sensible and judicious under the circumstances
Example: It was politic to apologize for the misunderstanding.
pragmatic
dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretical considerations
Example: She took a pragmatic approach to solving the problem.
probity
the quality of having strong moral principles; honesty and decency
Example: His probity was never in question; everyone trusted him.
proffer
hold out (something) to someone for acceptance; offer
Example: He decided to proffer his resignation after the scandal.
prudence
the quality of being prudent; cautiousness
Example: Her prudence in financial matters saved the company from bankruptcy.
ruminate
think deeply about something
Example: He ruminated on the decision for several days before making a move.
stipulate
demand or specify (a requirement), typically as part of a bargain or agreement
Example: The contract stipulated that all payments be made by the end of the month.
surmise
suppose that something is true without having evidence to confirm it
Example: He surmised that she wasn’t coming to the party after all.
trenchant
vigorous or incisive in expression or style
Example: Her trenchant analysis of the policy won her accolades.
