acumen
Translation
acumen, shrewdness, insight
Examples
She has considerable business acumen.
She has considerable business acumen.
His legal acumen is his greatest asset.
His legal acumen is his greatest asset.
Grammar Patterns
((in sth.)) the ability to make good judgments She has considerable business acumen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: insight, shrewdness, astuteness; Antonyms: naivety, obtuseness
Etymology
From Latin 'acumen' (a point, sting), from 'acuere' (to sharpen). Same root as acuity.
Memory Tips
Think 'accurate men' (acumen) have good judgment.