First Known Use: 1678
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nous
noun
: the intelligence and ability to make good judgments and decisions
Full Definition of NOUS
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\ˈnau̇s\ chiefly British : common sense, alertness
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Origin of NOUS
Greek noos, nous mind
Related to NOUS
- Synonyms
- discreetness, discretion, gumption [chiefly dialect], horse sense, levelheadedness, common sense [chiefly British], policy, prudence, sense, sensibleness, wisdom, wit
- Antonyms
- imprudence, indiscretion
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