CEFR B2

acute

adjective

Meaning

Having or showing a perceptive understanding or insight; sharp.

Examples

She has an acute sense of smell.
His acute observation skills made him a great detective.

Synonyms: sharp, keen, perceptive, discerning

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acute (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /əˈkjuːt/

Definition

Having or showing a perceptive understanding or insight; sharp.

Examples

She has an acute sense of smell.
His acute observation skills made him a great detective.
The artist possessed an acute awareness of color and form.

How to Use acute

acute angle (collocation): An angle measuring less than 90 degrees. — "The architect designed the building with several acute angles."
acute pain (collocation): Sudden, severe pain. — "The patient reported experiencing acute pain after the injury."
acute sense (collocation): A highly developed or sensitive sensory perception. — "With his acute sense of smell, he could tell the ingredients in the dish."

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