Simple Definition of acumen

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acumen

noun

: the ability to think clearly and make good decisions
Her political acumen won her the election.
a lack of business/financial acumen

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“Acumen.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/acumen. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.

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