acuteness (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /əˈkjuːtnəs/
Definition
The quality of being sharp, severe, or highly perceptive.
Examples
The acuteness of her hearing allowed her to detect the faint rustle of leaves outside.
His acuteness of intellect was evident in his ability to solve complex problems quickly.
How to Use acuteness
- acuteness of vision (collocation)
- sharpness of sight — "Eagles are known for their incredible acuteness of vision."
- acuteness of hearing (collocation)
- sharpness of hearing — "The dog's acuteness of hearing made it an excellent guard animal."
- acuteness of intellect (collocation)
- sharpness of mind or intelligence — "Her acuteness of intellect was admired by all her colleagues."
- acuteness of pain (collocation)
- severity of pain — "He described the acuteness of the pain as unbearable."
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