Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nod-sagely

verb

nɒd ˈseɪdʒli

Definition

To nod with a sense of wisdom or deep understanding.

Examples

During the meeting, she nodded sagely at every point made by the speaker.
As he listened to the advice, he nodded sagely, as if he already knew the importance of each suggestion.

Meaning

When someone nods sagely, they are often indicating agreement or acknowledgment in a way that suggests they have knowledge or insight about the topic at hand.