
Astute
Having or showing shrewdness and good judgment; perceptive.
adjectiveAstute
Having or showing shrewdness and good judgment; perceptive.
adjective
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Imagine This
People with high status are usually wise and shrewd.
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Sounds Like
uh-STOOT
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Looks Like
acute
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Remember This
Astute describes keen perception and practical judgment, not merely intelligence.
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Other Forms
astutelyadverb
astutenessnoun
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Connect With
perceptive, discerning, sagacious, shrewd
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Note
Astute is used to describe people who quickly understand and assess situations; avoid confusing with 'acute' which can describe physical sharpness or pain.
