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Meaning of acuity
The primary meaning of the word "acuity" refers to the quality of having a sharp mind or senses, being able to notice and understand things that are not immediately apparent.
Etymology of acuity
The word "acuity" originates from the Latin word "acuitas," meaning sharpness or keenness, derived from "acuere," which means to sharpen
Historically, the term has been used to describe the quality of having a sharp mind or senses, with its earliest recorded use in the 15th century
Synonyms
clarity
sharpness
keenness
perceptiveness
discernment
sensitivity
insight
perception
awareness
intelligence
astuteness
acuteness
cleverness
sharp-wittedness
quick-wittedness
brilliance
ingenuity
cleverness
perspicacity
penetrative
incisiveness
perspicaciousness
astuteness
acuteness
sharp-sightedness
farsightedness
discerningness
judiciousness
prudence
sagacity
wisdom
intellect
intuition
foresight.
Definitions
- The quality of having a sharp mind or senses: having a keen understanding and insight
- The quality of being sharply perceptive: having a keen sense of perception and awareness
- The ability to notice and understand things that are not immediately apparent: having a high degree of mental sharpness and discernment
Usage Examples
- The doctor's acuity and experience helped her diagnose the rare disease quickly
- Her acuity and sharp instincts made her an excellent detective
- The company's financial acuity and prudent decision-making helped it weather the economic downturn
Antonyms
dullness
obtuseness
stupidity
foolishness
ignorance
unawareness
insensitivity
clumsiness
heaviness
sluggishness
lethargy
apathy
indifference
carelessness
negligence
thoughtlessness
shortsightedness
myopia
nearsightedness
blindness
deafness.