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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It’s not a hagiography—the author is too astute for that, and he gives us too much of himself in the story for it to be a flat-out praise-song to another man.
Speak to those who have worked with Iraola and they describe a man too astute to simply go after the 'biggest' opportunity that may come his way.
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He was an astute businessman and dealt with club finances.
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With Stones and Ake often injured and heading towards the latter part of their City careers, this appears an astute buy.
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You can, however, make astute and responsible investment decisions based on historical averages.
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