acutely

Meaning 1: Description

In a way that is sharp, severe, or intense.

Examples

• He felt the danger acutely.
• The problem was acutely felt by everyone in the room.

Meaning 2: Geometry

In a way that forms a sharp angle (less than 90 degrees).

Examples

• The roofline sloped acutely.
• The angle formed by the two lines was acutely sharp.

Pronunciation: /əˈkjuːtli/

How to Use acutely

acutely aware of (prepositional phrase)

Very conscious or knowledgeable about something. — "He was acutely aware of the risks involved."

acutely + adjective (collocation)

To a high degree; very. — "The situation was acutely dangerous."

Synonyms of acutely

Words with a similar meaning to acutely:

• sharply
• intensely
• severely
• keenly

Antonyms of acutely

Words with the opposite meaning to acutely:

• mildly
• vaguely