: in a sage or wise manner The soldiers nodded sagely to each other. Cluny was right.

What is sagely used for?

with a knowing or thoughtful expression; in a way that suggests careful reflection: By way of response, my father only puffed on his pipe and nodded sagely. in a wise or judicious way; insightfully: As someone has sagely pointed out, today's idiot will be tomorrow's beacon of truth.

What does it mean when something is profound?

1a : having intellectual depth and insight. b : difficult to fathom or understand. 2a : extending far below the surface. b : coming from, reaching to, or situated at a depth : deep-seated a profound sigh. 3a : characterized by intensity of feeling or quality.