wise man

/waɪz mæn/
/waɪz mæn/
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Definitions of wise man
  1. noun
    a wise and trusted guide and advisor
    synonyms: mentor
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    types:
    sage
    a mentor in spiritual and philosophical topics who is renowned for profound wisdom
    Hakham
    a Hebrew title of respect for a wise and highly educated man
    mahatma
    (Hinduism) term of respect for a brahmin sage
    type of:
    intellect, intellectual
    a person who uses the mind creatively
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