sagacity

noun

sa·​gac·​i·​ty sə-ˈga-sə-tē How to pronounce sagacity (audio)
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Synonyms of sagacitynext
: the quality of being sagacious

Examples of sagacity in a Sentence

a novelist of surprising sagacity considering his youthfulness
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Anka, a thoughtful conversationalist who shares stories with the sagacity of someone who has lived a fascinating life, is talking about his present. Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 1 Dec. 2025 With wry sagacity and genial erudition, Mark Usher reminds us that those…classics teach us humility in the face of Nature. Gabrielle Bellot, Literary Hub, 13 May 2025 According to the lore, this magical juice bestowed strength and sagacity upon all those who imbibed it. Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025 But carry a big stick, in the form of astute sagacity. Essence Editors, Essence, 17 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sagacity

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sagacity was in the 15th century

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“Sagacity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sagacity. Accessed 21 Dec. 2025.

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