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world·ly-wise
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Princeton's WordNet
worldly-wiseadjective
experienced in and wise to the ways of the world
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worldly-wiseadjective
experienced in the ways of the world; sophisticated and cosmopolitan
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worldly-wise
Worldly-wise refers to having a deep understanding or practical knowledge of the way the world works, often through personal experience. This includes having a sophisticated understanding of human nature, different cultures, societal norms, or generally how to handle different situations wisely and efficiently. It implies a level of sophistication, shrewdness, and astuteness about worldly affairs, often associated with a level of cynicism or skepticism.
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of worldly-wise in Chaldean Numerology is: 5
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of worldly-wise in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3
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