as in sensitivity
the state or quality of being able to sense slight impressions or differences
a worrisome deterioration in the acuity of his hearing over the years
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Bates is on Capitol Hill as one of multiple former Biden aides who have gone in person before the panel for the committee’s investigation into Biden’s mental acuity and use of an autopen.
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Alex Gangitano, The Hill, 5 Sep. 2025
Biden's last years in office, and his re-election run in 2024, were marked by concerns over his age and mental acuity.
—Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Saunders wowed me with her psychological acuity in her debut, The Distance Home, and this new offering exceeds that jewel.
—Gabrielle Bellot, Literary Hub, 26 Aug. 2025
Over time, that willingness to take risks can lead to social acuity and new friendships.
—Gail Cornwall, The Atlantic, 25 Aug. 2025
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Alex Gangitano, The Hill, 5 Sep. 2025
Biden's last years in office, and his re-election run in 2024, were marked by concerns over his age and mental acuity.
—Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Saunders wowed me with her psychological acuity in her debut, The Distance Home, and this new offering exceeds that jewel.
—Gabrielle Bellot, Literary Hub, 26 Aug. 2025
Over time, that willingness to take risks can lead to social acuity and new friendships.
—Gail Cornwall, The Atlantic, 25 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acuity
sensitivity
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Both requested anonymity due to the sensitivity of the talks.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Oct. 2025
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Millions of Americans experience food sensitivities or allergies every year.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Oct. 2025
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“Acuity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acuity. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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