shrewdness
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Definition
- Noun:
- The quality of being astute or sharp in practical matters: Shrewdness refers to the ability to make good judgments and decisions, especially in business or politics, often by understanding situations quickly and using this understanding to one's advantage. It implies a keen intelligence combined with practical wisdom and sometimes a degree of cunning.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- Her shrewdness in negotiations saved the company millions.
- The investor's financial shrewdness was widely admired.
- He lacked the political shrewdness to navigate the complex bureaucracy.
Advanced Usage
- "with shrewdness": in a manner that shows sharp judgment.
- She analyzed the contract with great shrewdness.
- "a display of shrewdness": an instance demonstrating keen insight.
- His handling of the crisis was a remarkable display of shrewdness.
Variants and Related Words
- Shrewd (adj): having or showing sharp powers of judgment; astute.
- He is a shrewd businessman.
- Shrewdly (adv): in an astute and sharp-minded manner.
- She shrewdly anticipated the market shift.
Synonyms
- Astuteness: The quality of being able to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.
- Acumen: The ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in a particular domain (e.g., business acumen).
- Perspicacity: The quality of having a ready insight into things; clear-sightedness.
- Canniness: Shrewdness and carefulness, particularly in financial or practical matters.
Antonyms
- Naivety: Lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment.
- Gullibility: Readiness to believe information, especially something untrue or exaggerated.
- Stupidity: Behavior that shows a lack of good sense or judgment.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- Shrewd as a fox: Extremely clever and cunning, especially in practical affairs.
- In business, he's as shrewd as a fox.
- A shrewd move: A clever and well-judged action.
- Selling the stocks before the crash was a shrewd move.
Noun
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intelligence manifested by being astute (as in business dealings)
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