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astute
/ əˈstjuːt /
adjective
- having insight or acumen; perceptive; shrewd
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Derived Forms
- asˈtuteness, noun
- asˈtutely, adverb
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Other Words From
- as·tute·ly adverb
- as·tute·ness noun
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Word History and Origins
Origin of astute1
First recorded in 1605–15; from Latin astūtus “shrewd, sly, cunning,” equivalent to astū- (stem of astus ) “cleverness” + -tus adjective suffix
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Word History and Origins
Origin of astute1
C17: from Latin astūtus cunning, from astus (n) cleverness
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Example Sentences
In prison, Sinwar became fluent in Hebrew and proved an astute observer of Israeli politics.
From Los Angeles Times
She often appears in videos wearing big earrings, blond hair brushed to the side and falling long, inviting her followers into the confidences of a politically astute beautician.
From Los Angeles Times
"Harris’ call for price controls, reminiscent of the Jeffersonian intervention approach, is politically astute."
From Salon
“Stockton made a very conscious and astute effort to maintain a perceptible culture of safety around a high risk environment.”
From BBC
But his decision to take part in a less high-profile show could end up being an astute PR move.
From BBC
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