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TOEFL BNC: 18865 COCA: 17842
: keenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters

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How did acumen evolve?

A keen mind and a sharp wit can pierce the soul as easily as a needle passes through cloth. Remember the analogy between a jabbing needle and piercing perception, and you will readily recall the history of acumen. Our English word retains the spelling and figurative meaning of its direct Latin ancestor, a term that literally means "sharp point." Latin acūmen traces to the verb acuere, which means "to sharpen" and is related to acus, the Latin word for "needle." In its earliest English uses, acumen referred specifically to a sharpness of wit. In modern English, it conveys the sense that someone is perceptive enough to grasp a situation quickly and clever enough to apply that ability.

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discernment, discrimination, perception, penetration, insight, acumen mean a power to see what is not evident to the average mind.

discernment stresses accuracy (as in reading character or motives or appreciating art).

the discernment to know true friends

discrimination stresses the power to distinguish and select what is true or appropriate or excellent.

the discrimination that develops through listening to a lot of great music

perception implies quick and often sympathetic discernment (as of shades of feeling).

a novelist of keen perception into human motives

penetration implies a searching mind that goes beyond what is obvious or superficial.

lacks the penetration to see the scorn beneath their friendly smiles

insight suggests depth of discernment coupled with understanding sympathy.

a documentary providing insight into the plight of the homeless

acumen implies characteristic penetration combined with keen practical judgment.

a director of reliable box-office acumen

Example Sentences

And perhaps this is just part of Washington's transition into the new economy: the triumph of national brands over local loyalty, of business acumen over upper Northwest idealism. Franklin Foer, New Republic, 7 Feb. 2000 … the historical acumen, the steady shrewdness, and the uncommon common sense with which the old maestro watches the American procession of similar problems faced by dissimilar egos. Alistair Cooke, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 1987 Here was a man of extraordinary sensitivity, political acumen, spiritual power, and sexual wildness; a free spirit if ever there was one. Alice Walker, Living by the Word, 1986 Her political acumen won her the election. a lack of business acumen
Recent Examples on the Web Many will remember her selflessness and acumen for helping others. Jaylon Thompson, USA TODAY, 8 Sep. 2022 And after combining that creepiness with Carpenter's directorial acumen and the atmospheric soundtrack by Ennio Morricone, viewers may rightfully argue that this is the most effective film in Carpenter's catalog. Will Harris, EW.com, 6 Sep. 2022 These are proven leaders with both incredible creative sensibilities and strong business acumen. Joe Otterson, Variety, 1 Sep. 2022 The only shift will be leveraging the strengths of the new offensive standouts, such as Cooper’s comfort lining up in the slot or Scott’s acumen as a runner. Greg Luca, San Antonio Express-News, 1 Sep. 2022 In return, those same partners can feed business acumen back into cloud management. Joe Atkinson, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2022 Such a low completion percentage isn’t ideal, which made people question Finley’s acumen. al, 30 Aug. 2022 If Perelman’s acumen and bravado defined an earlier era, the ongoing liquidation of his holdings and personal treasures appears to be flagging a new moment, one in which great fortunes disappear seemingly into thin air. William Cohan, Town & Country, 18 Aug. 2022 At best, women who choose to keep their maiden name like Mariah Carey and Diana Ross are lauded for their feminism and business acumen. Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 21 July 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from Latin acūmen "sharp point, stinger, acuteness of mind," from acū-, stem of acuere "to sharpen" + -men, resultative noun suffix — more at acute

First Known Use

circa 1579, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of acumen was circa 1579

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