Astute

Pronunciation

• IPA: /É™sˈtjuːt/
• Rhymes: -uːt

Origin

Latin astūtus, from astus ‘craft’.

Full definition of astute

Adjective

1. quickly and critically discerning
2. shrewd or crafty

Synonyms

• crafty, shrewd, wily

Derived terms

• astutely
• astuteness

Anagrams

• statue