wiseman

/ˈwɪzəmən/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is considered wise or knowledgeable in a particular field.

“The wiseman of the village was called upon to resolve the dispute.”

2. noun

A person who is considered to have supernatural wisdom, especially one who is said to have predicted the birth of Christ.

“The three wisemen followed the star to Bethlehem.”

3. verb

To give advice or guidance, typically based on experience or wisdom.

“The old man wisemans the young boy on how to behave in public.”

Synonyms

  • sage
  • scholar

Antonyms

  • fool
  • simpleton