as in smart
having or showing a practical cleverness or judgment
a police detective known to be an astute judge of character
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as in intelligence
exceptional discernment and judgment especially in practical matters
a political observer renowned for her astuteness
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Recent Examples of astute
Charles Bramesco, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2025
Only the most astute short-term traders can do well in wild markets; ordinary investors need to keep calm and ignore all the headlines and price gyrations.
—Sal Gilbertie, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
At the same time, Scott’s act of mass ventriloquism—patient, playful, physically astute and ultimately brave—clarifies something at the heart of Chekhov’s play.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2025
But, like any astute power ranking, there are certain tells about which nominees have an advantage.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 3 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Brooker turns what would otherwise be a dark comedy sketch into an astute depiction of public opinion’s changing tides, and the uncanny speed with which the unthinkable enters the realm of the acceptable.
—Charles Bramesco, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2025
Only the most astute short-term traders can do well in wild markets; ordinary investors need to keep calm and ignore all the headlines and price gyrations.
—Sal Gilbertie, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
At the same time, Scott’s act of mass ventriloquism—patient, playful, physically astute and ultimately brave—clarifies something at the heart of Chekhov’s play.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2025
But, like any astute power ranking, there are certain tells about which nominees have an advantage.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for astute
Adjective
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An increasing number of smart, eco-conscious entrepreneurs are putting Earth first by utilizing unwanted materials that would otherwise end up as trash.—
Lisa Jhung,
Outside Online,
22 Apr. 2025
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But smart leaders know that not all bets are created equal—and not all uncertainty plays by the same rules.—
Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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His work rate, versatility and football intelligence — regardless of who plays in front of or behind him — are invaluable as the squad gradually understands Amorim’s tactical demands.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Roughly 600 North Korean troops have been killed fighting alongside Russia against Ukraine, South Korean lawmakers said on Wednesday, citing the country's intelligence agency.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Getting Jones in Round 5 in 2022 was a shrewd move, but the Bears need more Day 2 and Day 3 hits.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Apr. 2025
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John Malone, the shrewd and far-sighted media mogul and key ally of David Zaslav, has decided not to stand for re-election to Warner Bros. Discovery‘s board of directors.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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With a breezy wit displayed over his thirty-plus-year career (including his breakout commentary during the 2024 Olympics which cemented his global influence), the artist observed the rare confluence of holidays with a simple image of himself as the Easter Bunny on X, formerly Twitter.—
Jeanie Pyun,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Apr. 2025
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Maher, who has spent decades fine-tuning his brand of biting, socially charged humor to make sense of complex, often uncomfortable issues, brings a sharp wit that’s more thoughtful and layered than he’s often given credit for.—
Margie Warrell,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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But the truly savvy teens aren't punching time clocks.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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With $80 billion in new funding from Congress, the IRS went shopping for young, tech savvy accountants and engineers who could deconstruct the complex returns of the wealthy and private companies.—
Robert Frank,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Guidance and tariffs Dover made a few wise adjustments to its full-year outlook.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2025
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Deferring college acceptance—postponing enrollment typically for one year—can be a thoughtful strategy when life circumstances, personal goals or practical considerations suggest that waiting might be the wiser path.—
Dr. Aviva Legatt,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The guys up at Auburn rave about his intelligence, his football acumen and his work ethic.—
Creg Stephenson | cstephenson@al.com,
al,
20 Jan. 2023
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But Lord knows, there’s a mountain of acumen and perspicacity or, in plain terms, good horse sense stored in those minds and souls.—
Gordon Monson,
The Salt Lake Tribune,
8 Jan. 2023
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Traders will look to speeches by several Fed officials later this week, hoping for insights into future monetary policy amid the concerns about the central bank's independence.—
Brijesh Patel,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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All of these qualities of a manuscript can provide insight into the person who made it.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
22 Apr. 2025
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“Astute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/astute. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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