Dictionary
acumen
noun acu·men \ə-ˈkyü-mən, ˈa-kyə-mən\
: the ability to think clearly and make good decisions
Full Definition of ACUMEN
: keenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters
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Examples of ACUMEN
- Her political acumen won her the election.
- a lack of business acumen
Origin of ACUMEN
Latin acumin-, acumen, literally, point, from acuere
First Known Use: circa 1579
Related to ACUMEN
- Synonyms
- astuteness, caginess (also cageyness), canniness, clear-sightedness, foxiness,hardheadedness, intelligence, keenness, knowingness, sharpness, shrewdness, wit
Synonym Discussion of ACUMEN
discernment, discrimination, perception, penetration, insight, acumen mean a power to see what is not evident to the average mind. discernment stresses accuracy (as in reading character or motives or appreciating art) <the discernment to know true friends>. discrimination stresses the power to distinguish and select what is true or appropriate or excellent <the discrimination that develops through listening to a lot of great music>. perception implies quick and often sympathetic discernment (as of shades of feeling) <a novelist of keen perception into human motives>. penetration implies a searching mind that goes beyond what is obvious or superficial<lacks the penetration to see the scorn beneath their friendly smiles>. insight suggests depth of discernment coupled with understanding sympathy <a documentary providing insight into the plight of the homeless>. acumen implies characteristic penetration combined with keen practical judgment <a director of reliable box-office acumen>.
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Some are gifted more than others…. Acumen….Super word! 😉 Hugs!
I am amazed I have found some words I’ve not heard of before and others I was unsure about.It seems other people like learning because my visitors have risen..which is nice.But I like it anyway.xxx
You were into the sciences….Language was/is one my subjects…. 😉 Hugs!
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