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astute

/æstjuːt/ adjective · British & US
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What does astute mean?

adjective

Having a keen understanding and insight; shrewd and discerning. Having a quick and clever mind.

Example

"She was an astute observer of human behavior and was able to pick up on subtle cues."

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