astuto — meaning in English
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English meaning
- artful adj Clever and skilful, often in a way that shows careful thought or design.
- astute adjective Quick to notice things and judge situations accurately; sharp-witted.
- cunning adjective Clever in a sly or deceptive way, skilled at getting what you want through trickery.
- discerning adj Having good judgment or taste; able to notice subtle differences.
- sly adjective Cleverly deceptive or secretive, often in a mischievous way.
Senses
astuto is used for these senses in English:
- artful (especially) Skilful at using dishonest or unfair means to achieve a purpose; crafty, cunning.
- astute Quickly and critically discerning.
- cunning Sly; crafty; clever in surreptitious behaviour.
- cunning (obsolete) Skillful, artful.
- discerning Of keen insight or selective judgement; perceptive.
- sly Artfully cunning; secretly mischievous; wily.
artful — full definition
- adj Clever and skilful, often in a way that shows careful thought or design.
- adj Cunning or crafty, especially in getting one's own way.
astute — full definition
- adjective Quick to notice things and judge situations accurately; sharp-witted.
- adjective Shrewd or cunning, especially in getting what you want.