English · Slang Attested

wise

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Meaning · English

Usually with "up", to inform or learn.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Mo wised him up about his situation.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “wise” mean?

Usually with "up", to inform or learn.

Is “wise” formal or informal?

wise is generally slang.

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