Proverbs 13:15 in the World English Bible
Good understanding wins favor, but the way of the unfaithful is hard.
Context
14 The law of the wise is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.
15 Good understanding giveth favour: but the way of transgressors is hard.
16 Every prudent man dealeth with knowledge: but a fool layeth open his folly.