Astute

Having or showing shrewdness and good judgment; perceptive.

adjective

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People with high status are usually wise and shrewd.

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uh-STOOT

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acute

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Astute describes keen perception and practical judgment, not merely intelligence.

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Other Forms

astutelyadverb

astutenessnoun

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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.

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Examples

Her astute observations helped the committee anticipate the problem.
An astute investor recognized the undervalued startup.

Synonyms

shrewdperceptivediscerningsagaciousacute

Antonyms

naiveobtusefoolish

Etymology

From Latin astutus 'clever, cunning', via Old French into English.

Mnemonic

A Sharp Thinker Uses Thorough Evaluations.

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adjective

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adjective

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Rigid in opinion or purpose; not willing to change one's mind or position.

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