1. to respond to someone in a thoughtful, judicious, and intelligent manner
She chose to reply wisely to the criticism rather than react emotionally.
Ela escolheu responder com sabedoria à crítica em vez de reagir emocionalmente.
2. to give an answer that demonstrates good judgment and understanding
The ambassador decided to reply wisely to the controversial question during the press conference.
O embaixador decidiu responder com sabedoria à pergunta controversa durante a coletiva de imprensa.