worldly-wise

/ˌˈwʌrldli ˌwaɪz/
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Definitions of worldly-wise
  1. adjective
    experienced in and wise to the ways of the world
    synonyms:
    sophisticated
    having or appealing to those having worldly knowledge and refinement and savoir-faire
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