It is so hard to talk with John about my case, because he is so wise, and because he loves me so.
The Yellow Wall-PaperThat's what a man wants in a wife, mostly; he wants to make sure one fool tells him he's wise.
George EliotAsk a woman's advice, and whatever she advises, Do the very reverse and you're sure to be wise.
Thomas MooreThough lust do masque in ne'er so strange disguise she's oft found witty, but is never wise.
John Webster