Word Comparison

Wisdom

vs

Knowledge

/ˈwɪzdəm/·/ˈnɒlɪdʒ/

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Quite different — distinct meanings

📖 Definitions

Wisdom

noun

An element of personal character that enables one to distinguish the wise from the unwise.

Also: A piece of wise advice.

Knowledge

noun

The fact of knowing about something; general understanding or familiarity with a subject, place, situation etc.

Also: Awareness of a particular fact or situation; a state of having been informed or made aware of something.

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