get wise (to someone or something)



get wise (to someone or something)

To find out, become aware of, more fully understand, and/or no longer be deceived (by something or someone). I've been taking small supplies from the office for a long time, but I think the boss is getting wise. People are finally starting to get wise to the need for environmental protection.
See also: get, wise

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Dervla-Irish
Astraea-Greek Mythology (Latinized)
JayleneJAY-leenEnglish (Modern)
Emeline
Ari (2)AH-ree (Finnish)Ancient Scandinavian, Icelandic, Finnish
Mcguire[mə'gwaiə]