acumen
Americannoun
noun
Other Word Forms
- acuminous adjective
- unacuminous adjective
Etymology
Origin of acumen
First recorded in 1525–35; from Latin acūmen “sharpness,” from acū-, stem of acuere “to sharpen” ( acute ) + -men, noun suffix
Example Sentences
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Here’s how Abel’s first shareholder letter started: “Warren Buffett is arguably the greatest investor of all time, with generations benefiting from his investment acumen.”
From MarketWatch
Another key to his acumen was his grasp of history.
From Barron's
Consciously or not, the mix of gloomy atmosphere and melodic acumen on the track brings to mind the work of Kate Bush, whose own interpretation of Brontë’s tale was her first single.
Pharmaceutical industry leaders had publicly hailed Pazdur’s appointment as drugs chief, praising his years of expertise and scientific acumen, and were dismayed by his departure.
All that is a challenge for a seasoned corporate adviser with business acumen and top contacts.
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