The BFD Word of the Day

The word for today is…

sapient (adjective):

: possessing or expressing great sagacity

Source : Merriam -Webster

Etymology : We human beings certainly like to think we’re wise. It’s a fact reflected in the scientific name we’ve given our species, Homo sapiens, which comes in part from the Latin word sapiens, meaning “wise” or “intelligent.” Sapient (which is basically just a fancy synonym of wise) has the same source. Both words ultimately trace to the Latin verb sapere, meaning “to be wise,” and also “to taste.” Other sapere words pepper the language as well, among them sage (as in “sage advice”), savant, savvy, and savor.

If you enjoyed this BFD word of the day please consider sharing it with your friends and, especially, your children.