noun / adjective
sage
SAYJ/seɪdʒ/
Showing or embodying deep wisdom and sound judgment.
The sage offers thoughtful advice to the younger listeners.
Etymology
Latin sapere connects having taste with having good judgment and being wise. The noun applies that quality to a person, originally one renowned for practical wisdom.
In context
Whether Oannes was a fish-cloak sage, a true fish-human hybrid, or a blend of both traditions remains debated. His importance is clear. He represents one of the strongest links between Mesopotamia's wise aquatic beings and the fish-human forms
More examples
- She gave sage counsel.
- Several sages appear in the story.
- He valued her sage judgment.
Forms
sage · sages · sager · sagest
sagely adverb — with sound judgment
Similar words
- wise
- The direct adjective equivalent.
- philosopher
- A thinker who need not possess sound practical judgment.