acumen — the ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in business or practical matters
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in business or practical matters
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈkjuːmən/
Korean meaning: 통찰력, 사업이나 실무에서 올바른 판단과 빠른 결정을 내리는 능력
Korean pronunciation: 어**큐**먼
Example Sentences
- The CEO's financial acumen saved the company from bankruptcy during the economic crisis
- My grandmother's shopping acumen allows her to find designer clothes at thrift store prices
- His political acumen helped him navigate the complex office dynamics
acumen
NOUN//əˈkjuːmən//
the ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in business or practical matters
The executive's sharp business acumen impresses the entire board
A cue-men line up sharp — business judgment like pool sharks!
Sharp acumen shines bright as lumen!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'acumen', derived from the verb 'acuere' meaning 'to sharpen'. The word originally referred to sharpness or keenness, and evolved metaphorically to mean mental sharpness or keen judgment.
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📝Examples
“The CEO's financial acumen saved the company from bankruptcy during the economic crisis”
“My grandmother's shopping acumen allows her to find designer clothes at thrift store prices”
“His political acumen helped him navigate the complex office dynamics”
“She showed remarkable acumen in choosing which cryptocurrency to invest in”
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