Definitions for acumen
əˈkyu mən, ˈæk yə-acu·men

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. acumennoun

   a tapering point

2. insightfulness, acumennoun

   shrewdness shown by keen insight

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. acumennoun

   quickness of perception or discernment; penetration of mind; the faculty of nice discrimination

2. Etymology: From acumen.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. ACUMENnoun

   A sharp point; figuratively, quickness of intellects.

   Etymology: Lat.

   The word was much affected by the learned Aristarchus in common conversation, to signify genius or natural acumen. Alexander Pope, Dunciad, b. iv. notes.

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1. acumen

   Acumen refers to the ability to make quick and accurate judgements or decisions; keen insight or sharpness in a particular area or field. It is often associated with intelligence, wisdom, or shrewdness.

2. acumen

   Acumen refers to the ability to make quick, accurate decisions and judgments, usually within a specific area, due to a keen understanding or insight. It generally involves expertise or deep knowledge which allows one to discern the critical or essential aspects of a situation.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Acumennoun

   quickness of perception or discernment; penetration of mind; the faculty of nice discrimination

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Acumen

   ak-ū′men, n. sharpness: quickness of perception: penetration. [L. See Acute.]

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of acumen in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of acumen in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

Examples of acumen in a Sentence

1. Monica Phromsavanh:

   I was ready to create something worthy of the business acumen I had developed over the years, and that matched the potential I knew I had, i wanted to reach a greater audience than I could through a traditional retail setting.

2. Ramirez Martiarena:

   The newly appointed members of our Senior Leadership Team bring a range of seniority, experience, business acumen and specific market knowledge that will strengthen our decision-making process and facilitate the pursuit of our strategic goals and ambitions.

3. Ashima:

   I will rather keep quiet than degrading mental acumen by engaging in discussion with mindless creatures!

4. George Steinbrenner:

   We have a person and manager in Aaron Boone who possesses the baseball acumen and widespread respect in our clubhouse to continue to guide us forward, as a team and as an organization, we must grow, evolve and improve. We need to get better. Period.

5. New York Sen. Chuck Schumer:

   His character and fundamental decency are at the core of why he's been such a successful and beloved leader. He's so respected by our caucus for his strength, his legislative acumen, his honesty and his determination. He has left a major mark on this body, this country, and on so many who have met him, gotten to know him, and love him.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=acumen
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Acumen
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=acumen
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acumen
6. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=acumen