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: February 22, 2025
\uh-STOOT\ adjective
What It Means
Someone or something described as astute has or shows an ability to notice and understand things clearly. In other words, they are mentally sharp or clever. Astute can also describe someone who is crafty or wily.
// They made some astute observations about the movie industry.
// Astute readers will notice the error.
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