sagacious
/səˈɡeɪʃəs/
ADJECTIVE
1. Having wisdom and sound judgment
Having or demonstrating keen mental discernment, practical wisdom, and the ability to make sensible decisions based on careful thought, experience, and understanding.
1.1. Advice and guidance
Describes advice, counsel, or recommendations that demonstrate wisdom, good judgment, and a deep understanding of a situation.
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Examples
- The wise elder offered sagacious advice to the troubled youth.
- The king sought the counsel of his most sagacious advisors during times of crisis.
Related Words
- counsel
- guidance
- wisdom
- experience
- judgment
- mentorship
- counselor
1.2. Decisions and practical judgment
Describes decisions, choices, or actions made with intelligence, careful consideration, and the ability to recognize the most sensible course of action.
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Antonyms
- foolish
- unwise
- reckless
- irrational
- imprudent
- ill-advised
Examples
- Her sagacious decisions in business earned her the respect of her colleagues.
- The board appreciated his sagacious approach to managing the company's financial difficulties.
Related Words
- decision-making
- strategy
- foresight
- reasoning
- discretion
- deliberation
- planning
1.3. Insight and keen perception
Describes a person who demonstrates exceptional ability to perceive subtle details, understand complex situations, recognize underlying motives, and reach accurate conclusions.
Synonyms
- perceptive
- discerning
- perspicacious
- insightful
- astute
- clear-sighted
- penetrating
- sharp
Antonyms
- unperceptive
- obtuse
- dull
- undiscriminating
- ignorant
- dense
Examples
- The detective's sagacious observations led to the swift resolution of the case.
- Her sagacious understanding of human behavior helped her recognize the hidden motives behind his actions.
Related Words
- perception
- insight
- discernment
- observation
- awareness
- intuition
- comprehension
- understanding
1.4. Foresight and strategic thinking
Describes the ability to anticipate future developments, recognize potential consequences, and make intelligent choices with long-term benefits in mind.
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Antonyms
- short-sighted
- myopic
- imprudent
- unwise
- foolish
Examples
- A sagacious leader anticipates challenges before they become serious problems.
- Her sagacious investment strategy helped the company achieve sustainable growth.
- The sagacious ruler made decisions that protected the kingdom's future generations.
Related Words
- foresight
- anticipation
- prediction
- long-term planning
- strategy
- vision
- consequence