Sagacious and Witless

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Sagacious adjective - Having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge.

Usage example: a sagacious critique of the current social climate in our nation

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Witless is an antonym for sagacious.

Nearby Word: sagacity

Witless adjective - Not having or showing an ability to absorb ideas readily.

Usage example: a dog so witless that it is barely trainable

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Sagacious is an antonym for witless.

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