acumen
Acumen (noun) means the ability to make quick, accurate judgments and decisions, especially in a particular field. Example: “Her business acumen helped the company grow rapidly.”
How to use acumen
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSharp, practical judgment and insight, especially in business, politics, or a professional field.
Word forms
acumens plural, acumina plural
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin acumen, meaning "a sharp point," used figuratively for sharpness of mind.
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What does “acumen” mean?
The word “acumen” means the ability to make quick, accurate judgments and decisions, especially in a particular field. In plain terms, sharp, practical judgment and insight, especially in business, politics, or a professional field.
How do you pronounce “acumen”?
“Acumen” is pronounced AK-yuu-muhn (/əˈkjumən/ in IPA).
How do you use “acumen” in a sentence?
Here is “acumen” used in a sentence: “Her business acumen helped the company grow rapidly.”
What part of speech is “acumen”?
“Acumen” is a noun.
Where does the word “acumen” come from?
The word “acumen” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin acumen, meaning "a sharp point," used figuratively for sharpness of mind.
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