Synonyms for

Sophia

Verb / səʊˈfi:ʌ / / ˈsəʊfi:ʌ / Another word for sophia — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Sophia is a female name of Greek origin, meaning 'wisdom'.

Synonyms & similar words

Wisdom Intelligence Knowledge Insight Perception Understanding Enlightenment Discernment Judgment Sagacity Reason Acumen Expertise Education Learning Erudition Scholarship Brainpower Cleverness Wit

Synonyms by register

Formal

wisdom sagacity prudence discernment

Informal

brains smarts savvy common sense

Literary

sapience erudition perspicacity

Antonyms

ignorance foolishness stupidity naivete unwisdom silliness

Common collocations

  • divine sophia
  • philosophical sophia
  • practical sophia
  • sophia and understanding
  • sophia in action
  • seeking sophia
  • true sophia

Word family

noun sophia
adjective sophic

Usage note

Sophia is a Greek word meaning wisdom, often used in philosophical or theological contexts. It is not a common English word and is primarily encountered in specific academic fields.

Example sentences

  1. Sophia is my best friend's name.
  2. Sophia is a wise and intelligent woman.
  3. The name Sophia is of Greek origin.
  4. Sophia's knowledge and insight are highly valued.
  5. Sophia's perception and understanding of the situation were impressive.

Quotes

  • 'The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.' - Socrates
  • 'The fool doth think he is wise, but the wise man knows himself to be a fool.' - William Shakespeare
  • 'The man of wisdom is never of two minds; the man of benevolence never worries; the man of courage is never afraid.' - Confucius

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