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What's the difference between wit and wisdom?
I think both of this two words mean someone is intelligent. What's the difference between them?
7 Thg 09 2013 01:30
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"Wit" is really old English for the general activity of the mind. It includes intelligence, but also perception and cleverness, and the ability to act on ideas. The word is rarely used in modern English with this meaning. The modern meaning of "wit" is "funny".
Intelligence is only one aspect of the mind.
7 tháng 9 năm 2013
there is a subtle difference between intelligence, wit and wisdom. wisdom often suggests age - you would rarely hear a youngster being referred to as possessing wisdom, it's something you gain as you get older. 'wit' has two meanings - to be mentally sharp but also refers to a sense of humour.
example - the comedian was very witty. (the comedian was very funny). he / she has wits about him / her (they are sharp / intelligent).
7 tháng 9 năm 2013
Wit implies being quick and sharp. Wisdom implies experience and understanding.
7 tháng 9 năm 2013
Wisdom is a general intelligent, someone who is wise may know a lot of things about various people, places and so on. Some Americans would refer to this as "book smart". If someone refers to you as wise, you're seen as intelligent.
Wit is more so cleverness. If someone calls you witty, they're referring to you as clever, humorous even, able to understand and perceive things quickly~ :)
7 tháng 9 năm 2013
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