Wise Guy

Pronunciation: /waɪz ɡaɪ/

Definitions of wise guy

noun a person who is clever or knowledgeable, especially in a sly or deceptive way

Example Sentences

A1 He thinks he's a wise guy, always making jokes.

A2 The wise guy in the movie always had a clever comeback.

B1 The detective suspected the wise guy of being involved in the crime.

B2 The wise guy's sarcastic remarks often got him into trouble.

C1 The wise guy's quick wit and intelligence made him a formidable opponent.

C2 The wise guy's ability to outsmart his enemies made him a legendary figure in the criminal underworld.

Examples of wise guy in a Sentence

formal The wise guy in the group always had a clever solution to every problem.

informal Don't be a wise guy and try to outsmart the teacher.

slang That wise guy thinks he knows everything.

figurative He may come off as a wise guy, but deep down he's just insecure.

Grammatical Forms of wise guy

• past tense: wised guy
• plural: wise guys
• comparative: wiser guy
• superlative: wisest guy
• present tense: is a wise guy
• future tense: will be a wise guy
• perfect tense: has been a wise guy
• continuous tense: is being a wise guy
• singular: a wise guy
• positive degree: wise guy
• infinitive: to be a wise guy
• gerund: being a wise guy
• participle: a wise guy

Origin and Evolution of wise guy

First Known Use: 1920 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'wise guy' originated in the United States in the early 20th century.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe someone who is clever or shrewd, the term 'wise guy' evolved to refer to someone who is sarcastic, insolent, or overly confident, often in a disrespectful or confrontational manner.