weather-wise

weather-wise

The old sailor is weather-wise and predicts the coming storm.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Skilled in forecasting: "weather-wise" describes someone who is knowledgeable or skilled at predicting the weather.
      • Example: The old sailor was very weather-wise, always knowing when a storm was coming. (He could accurately predict weather changes.)
    • Able to gauge public opinion: In figurative American English, "weather-wise" can mean adept at anticipating shifts in public sentiment or reactions.
      • Example: A good politician must be weather-wise about the mood of the electorate. (They must foresee changes in public opinion.)
Usage Examples
  • Adjective:
    • Farmers are often weather-wise, relying on signs from nature. (They have expertise in weather prediction.)
    • She is weather-wise in business, sensing market trends before they happen. (She is skilled at predicting changes in the market, like weather shifts.)
Advanced Usage
  • "weather-wise" as a compound modifier: Often used in informal contexts to emphasize practical knowledge of weather patterns or social dynamics.
    • The guide was weather-wise, choosing the safest route despite the clouds. (The guide used weather knowledge to make decisions.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Weather (n): the state of the atmosphere at a particular time and place.
    • The weather today is sunny and warm. (The atmospheric conditions.)
  • Wise (adj): having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment.
    • He is wise about financial investments. (He makes sound decisions based on knowledge.)
Synonyms
  • Astute: having an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.
  • Perceptive: having or showing sensitive insight.
  • Weather-savvy: informal term for being knowledgeable about weather.
Related Idioms
  • To be weather-wise: to have a natural or learned ability to predict weather.
    • Grandpa is weather-wise; he can tell when it will rain by the smell of the air. (He uses sensory cues to forecast.)
  • To keep a weather eye open: to stay alert for potential problems or changes.
    • The captain kept a weather eye open for icebergs. (He remained vigilant.)