adjective
Other Word Forms
- astutely adverb
- astuteness noun
Etymology
Origin of astute
First recorded in 1605–15; from Latin astūtus “shrewd, sly, cunning,” equivalent to astū- (stem of astus ) “cleverness” + -tus adjective suffix
Example Sentences
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Under the astute leadership of Catriona Matthew, GB & I are holders with a chance of posting only their second away win.
From BBC
Fortunately, the orchestra, under Mr. Armiliato’s astute leadership, did better than the overstuffed staging in making that point clear.
Rosenior's reputation for developing players, his style of play and astute management of the dressing room led to him being linked with multiple clubs last summer, including Bayer Leverkusen.
From BBC
Iraola is regarded as one of the most tactically astute managers in the Premier League, who has got the best out of Semenyo to the point that almost every English giant wants to sign him.
From BBC
However, he warned that "risk managers remain highly astute to the landmines that could still derail the improving risk backdrop through December".
From Barron's
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