Real Dictionary

-wise
combining form: -wise is added to nouns to form adverbs indicating that something is the case when considering the particular thing mentioned.

-wise in American English
in a (specified) direction, position, or manner
suffix: a suffixal use of wise2 in adverbs denoting manner, position, direction, reference, etc.

-wise in British English
combining form in adverb: indicating direction or manner

wise
adjective: A wise person is able to use their experience and knowledge in order to make sensible decisions and judgments.

Wise in American English
Stephen Samuel1874-1949; U.S. rabbi & Jewish leader, born in Hungary

wise in American English 1
having or showing good judgment; sagacious; prudent
adjective: having the power of discerning and judging properly as to what is true or right; possessing discernment, judgment, or discretion

wise in American English 2
way; manner
noun: way of proceeding or considering; manner; fashion (usually used in combination or in certain phrases)

wise in American English 3
to direct or guide
transitive verb: to instruct

wise in British English 1
adjective: possessing, showing, or prompted by wisdom or discernment

wise in British English 2
noun: way, manner, fashion, or respect (esp in the phrases any wise, in no wise)