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.
- canny adj Shrewd and clever, especially in practical or business matters.
- clever adj Mentally quick, smart, and good at coming up with ideas or solving problems.
- crafty adjective Clever in a sly or deceptive way; skilled at tricking others.
- cunning adjective Clever in a sly or deceptive way, skilled at getting what you want through trickery.
- fly noun A small flying insect, especially the common housefly.
- shifty adj Looking or behaving as if dishonest or untrustworthy; evasive.
- shrewd adj Showing sharp, practical judgment, especially in business or dealing with people.
- slick adj Smooth and slippery, often because of a coating of liquid.
- sly adjective Cleverly deceptive or secretive, often in a mischievous way.
- wily adj Clever in a sneaky or cunning way, especially at getting what one wants.
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.
- canny Knowing, shrewd, astute.
- clever Smart, intelligent, or witty; mentally quick or sharp.
- crafty Skillful at deceiving others.
- cunning Sly; crafty; clever in surreptitious behaviour.
- cunning (obsolete) Skillful, artful.
- fly (slang, dated) Quick-witted, alert, mentally sharp.
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.