Astute (Adjective)
Meaning
Marked by practical hardheaded intelligence; "a smart businessman"; "an astute tenant always reads the small print in a lease"; "he was too shrewd to go along with them on a road that could lead only to their overthrow".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She was an astute investor who always did her research before making a decision.
- The astute politician knew exactly how to manipulate public opinion to his advantage.
- As an astute observer of human behavior, she was able to pick up on subtle cues that others might miss.
- The astute manager was able to anticipate and prepare for potential problems before they arose.
- He was an astute negotiator who was able to get the best deal possible in any situation.