astuteness

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈstjuːtnəs/

Definition

The ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this insight to one's advantage.

Examples

• Her political astuteness helped her navigate the complex negotiations with ease.

• The manager was praised for the astuteness he displayed during the company's financial crisis.

• He lacked the business astuteness required to turn the struggling startup into a profitable venture.

Synonyms of astuteness

Words with a similar meaning to astuteness:

• sharpness
• acumen
• shrewdness
• perspicacity

Antonyms of astuteness

Words with the opposite meaning to astuteness:

• naivety
• obtuseness

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