Dumb and Wise

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Dumb

Dumb adjective - Not having or showing an ability to absorb ideas readily.
Usage example: don't call him dumb just because he makes the occasional mistake like the rest of us
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Wise is an antonym for dumb in smart topic.
Nearby Words: dumbness, dumbly, dumbed, dumbing

Wise

Wise adjective - Having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge.
Usage example: a respected and wise old judge famous for her sensible rulings
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Dumb is an antonym for wise.
Nearby Words: wisely, wised
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  • Story-wise they're two entirely different beasts (RAAM being an ascended Theron Guard while Grinders are big dumb Boomers), but gameplay-wise they're very similar.
    Source: Degraded Boss
  • However, at least in the movies the humans are never around when Stuart is talking to other creatures so the cats may be wise enough to act dumb.
    Source: Sliding Scale of Animal Communication
  • Western Animation / Shadow Raiders Would alternate being unexpectedly wise and suicidally dumb.
    Source: Western Animation / Shadow Raiders
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