Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • In an affectedly wise manner; wisely to affectation.

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Examples

  • Marianne had said, somewhat overwisely, "but a great deal of it is pretty certain to be pleasing."

    Alcatraz Max Brand 1918

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