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Synonyms & Similar Words
perceptive
shrewd
clever
intelligent
sharp
wise
discerning
astucious
cunning
sharp-witted
keen
sagacious
perspicacious
intelligent
insightful
wise
canny
crafty
slick
artful
adept
skilled
resourceful
ingenious
brilliant
sharp-minded
quick-witted
clever
resourceful
perceptive
vigilant
observant
attentive
mindful
Meaning of Astute
Having a quick and clever mind, able to notice and understand things that are not immediately apparent (Oxford Dictionary)
Definitions
- Having a natural ability to notice and understand things that are not immediately apparent, and to make good decisions based on this understanding (Merriam-Webster Dictionary)
- Marked by shrewdness and cunning, having a clever and resourceful mind (Cambridge Dictionary)
Example Uses
- The astute investor was able to predict the market trends and make a fortune.
- She was an astute observer of human behavior and was able to pick up on subtle cues.
- The detective was astute and able to piece together the evidence to solve the crime.
- The company's astute marketing strategy helped them to corner the market and increase sales.
- The astute politician was able to navigate the complex web of alliances and rivalries to achieve her goals.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
obtuse
dull
stupid
foolish
naive
gullible
clueless
ignorant
uninformed
unaware
oblivious
insensitive
imperceptive
unperceptive
dim-witted
slow-witted
simple-minded
foolish
absurd
ridiculous
illogical
irrational
unreasonable
unwise
imprudent