adv
wis
Wis (adv) means Certainly, surely.
adv
1
Certainly, surely.
2
Really, truly.
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Etymology
Inherited from Middle English wis (“certain, sure”), from an aphetic form of Middle English iwis, ywis (“certain, sure”) (from Old English ġewiss (“certain, sure”)), or of North Germanic origin, cognate with Icelandic viss (“certain, sure”), Dutch gewis (“certain, sure”), and German gewiss (“certain, sure”). Ultimately from Proto-Germanic *gawissaz. More at iwis.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of wis?
"wis" (adv) means certainly, surely.
What are the different meanings of wis?
"wis" has 2 main meanings: 1. Certainly, surely; 2. Really, truly.