wisdom

/ˈwɪzdəm/
noun
  1. The ability to make good decisions and give good advice based on experience and knowledge.
    • My grandmother shared her wisdom about life with me.
    • It takes wisdom to know when to speak and when to listen.
    • The leader's wisdom helped the team avoid many problems.
  2. The knowledge and understanding gained over time, especially about life and human nature.
    • Ancient cultures passed down their wisdom through stories.
    • He gained wisdom from years of traveling the world.
    • The book contains the wisdom of many generations.
  3. A wise saying or piece of advice.
    • One old wisdom says, 'A stitch in time saves nine.'
    • She collected wisdoms from different cultures in her journal.
    • The teacher shared a simple wisdom: 'Be kind to yourself.'