Shrewd

usgb/ʃruːd/
adjective

Having or showing sharp powers of judgement, clever and practical.

He was shrewd enough to guess the motive behind my suggestion.
Visual representation of "shrewd" - Having or showing sharp powers of judgement, clever and practical.

Often appears as...

  • shrewd businessperson
  • shrewd investment
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Business Context

Often used to describe people with good business sense or strategies.

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His shrewd investments helped him retire early.
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Positive Connotation

Implies admiration for someone's ability to make good judgements.

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Her shrewd analysis won the team's respect.
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Suggests Intention

The word hints at purposeful and deliberate decision-making.

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He's shrewd when it comes to choosing friends.
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