acutely
Americanadverb
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having a sharp, severe, or intense effect.
Reductions in the workforce will be felt most acutely by those in entry-level jobs.
Compounds formed by reaction with the contaminant create the potential for formation of acutely toxic products.
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having an extremely great or serious effect; critically.
The Iberian lynx is considered the most acutely endangered species of wildcat.
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happening briefly or severely; happening at a single point in time (opposed tochronically ).
The report describes a patient presenting acutely with mental symptoms of confusion and hallucinations.
We studied the effects of field-realistic doses of the herbicide on honeybees exposed either chronically or acutely.
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in a way that is intellectually penetrating or insightful; perceptively.
In this acutely focused exhibition, the artist delves deeply into a single object: her kitchen sink.
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in a way that is sensitive to even slight details or impressions.
The orchestra matched the inspirational conductor beautifully, interacting and responding acutely.
Other Word Forms
- hyperacutely adverb
- nonacutely adverb
- overacutely adverb
- superacutely adverb
Etymology
Origin of acutely
Example Sentences
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As an American, Pope Leo XIV is obviously acutely aware of the political situation.
From Salon
Early Christians were acutely aware that they were sinners, that they would be judged in death for what they had done in life, that they needed to atone and seek God’s forgiveness.
Lower and middle-income consumers have been affected more acutely by the macro environment, and are in turn spending less on discretionary categories, including jewelry.
From Barron's
The disappointment was most acutely felt in a few people, including Tom Sandoval.
From Los Angeles Times
He also stressed that he was "acutely aware of the sensitivity of the subject matter of the request" and some of the withheld information.
From BBC
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