English Explanatory Dictionary

astute

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Quickly and critically discerning.
  2. Shrewd or crafty.

Pronunciation

/əsˈtjuːt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-astute.wav

Word forms

astute astuter astutest

Etymology

From Latin astūtus, from astus (“craft”).

Synonyms

crafty shrewd wily knowing

Derived words

astutely astuteness unastute
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