acutely
Translation
intensely, sharply, severely
Examples
She was acutely aware of the danger.
She was acutely aware of the danger.
I am acutely conscious of the problems.
I am acutely conscious of the problems.
Grammar Patterns
acutely ((adjective)) modifies an adjective, meaning intensely or sharply He is acutely sensitive to criticism.
Similar Words
Synonyms: intensely, keenly, sharply; Antonyms: vaguely, mildly
Etymology
Formed from the adjective 'acute' + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.
Memory Tips
This is the adverb form of 'acute'. It describes something that is felt or experienced in a sharp, intense way.