WISE MAN Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

wise man

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Definition of wise man

as in Renaissance man

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Recent Examples of wise man Three Kings Day is a global religious tradition honoring the biblical story of the three wise men — Melchior, Gaspar and Balthazar — who journeyed to see the baby Jesus, bringing gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. — Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026 Three Kings' Day remembers the Biblical story of the three wise men who visited Jesus at birth, bringing gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. — Noelle Lilley, CBS News, 6 Jan. 2026 The example set by Brighton’s three wise men is incalculable to younger members of the squad, such as 18-year-old Charalampos Kostoulas, who was bright on his full league debut in the No 9 role. — Andy Naylor, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026 The massive scene features the Holy Family — Jesus, Mary and Joseph — along with the three wise men. — Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 25 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for wise man

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Acclaimed designer Jonathan Adler is the definition of a Renaissance man.

— Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Apr. 2026
In his quest to become a better, stronger, more accomplished pitcher, Rockies Renaissance man Ryan Feltner is going back to the Stone Age.

— Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 12 Feb. 2026

Definition of Renaissance man

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This overarching label encompassed Anabaptists, Baptists, Brownists, Levelers, Antinomians, Presbyterians, Ranters and many of the highly individual prophets and seers of 1640s Britain.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Sep. 2026
Not in seers, not in sibyls, not in spirits from the great beyond.

— Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026

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Rooted in casual elegance, the spring collection introduced a refreshing palette of aquamarine blue, sage green and pink flanking the brand’s distinctive ivories, ecrus and beiges.

— Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
Tender Herbs Many common herbs, like sage, lavender, and the mints, are cold hardy and can be left outdoors year-round.

— Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 28 Sep. 2026

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