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sageness

noun

Definition of sagenessnext
as in insight
the ability to understand inner qualities or relationships her father has always shown an unpretentious sageness about the practicalities of life

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  1. insight
  2. sensitivity
Noun
  • Lee’s transpacific perspective has given him a unique insight into the challenges that global companies face in realizing AI’s potential.
    — Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Regularly revisiting these assessments as teams evolve can provide valuable insights into how dynamics shift over time and ensure that teams remain balanced and high-performing.
    — Karla Vallecillo, Hartford Courant, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of insight
Noun
  • Each remembers Smith fondly, many with both sympathy for and frustration with his innate sensitivity.
    — Emily Palmer Heller, Vulture, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Finally, China will remain a selective market for Canada, both in terms of sourcing and exports, given sensitivities around national security and overcapacity.
    — Barrett Bingley, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of sensitivity
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“Sageness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sageness. Accessed 20 Sep. 2026.

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