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The astute student noticed the pattern first.
What does Astute mean?
Astute means clever, observant, and wise.
Dictionary definition
Good at noticing and understanding things quickly and wisely.
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Astute in a sentence
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Her astute question helped the group understand the problem.
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An astute reader can notice clues that other readers may miss.
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WordAstute.
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MeaningAstute means clever, observant, and wise.
ExampleExample: The astute student noticed the pattern first.
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- uh · stoot
- Strongest beat
- stoot
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- stoot
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on stoot.
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Synonyms
Words like Astute
cleverUse when someone thinks quickly and well.
perceptiveUse when someone notices and understands details.
Antonyms
Opposite words
unawareUse when someone does not notice what is happening.
foolishUse when choices or thinking are not wise.
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Word family
Astute word family
Base word
astute
adverb
astutely
In a clever, observant, or wise way.
noun
astuteness
The quality of being clever and observant.
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