Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Sagacious

Judicious

The most appropriate synonym of the given word Sagacious is Judicious.

• Sagacious means having or showing keen insight and sound judgment.
• Judicious means having or showing good judgment.

The two words are similar in that they both suggest the idea of being wise and discerning. However, the word sagacious has a more general meaning, while the word judicious has a more specific meaning that is focused on making good decisions.

In the sentence "The sagacious old man gave me some wise advice," the speaker is not just saying that the man was wise, but that the man was also able to make good decisions. Therefore, the word "judicious" is the most appropriate synonym for the word "sagacious" in this context.

The other words on the list are not as appropriate synonyms for sagacious. The word precious means of great value or importance. The word delicious means having a pleasant taste. The word malicious means intending or intended to do harm. These words do not convey the same sense of wisdom or discernment as the word sagacious.