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acumen

Main Entry:: acu·men
Pronunciation:: \ə-ˈkyü-mən, ˈa-kyə-mən\
Function:: noun
Etymology:: Latin acumin-, acumen, literally, point, from acuere
Date:: circa 1579

: keenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters

synonyms see discernment

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