Vocabulary Entry

acute

|adjective • noun

adjective

Having or showing a perceptive understanding or insight; sharp or intense.

Example Sentences

"She has an acute sense of smell."

"The acute pain in his leg made it difficult to walk."

"He has an acute understanding of complex issues."

"The acute angle in the triangle measures less than 90 degrees."

noun

Example Sentences

"The patient was suffering from an acute of pneumonia."

"He felt an acute of envy when he saw his friend's new car."

"The acute in his thoughts often led to innovative solutions."

"She experienced an acute of anxiety before the presentation."