Astute

adjective · SAT

Meaning: Having an ability to accurately assess situations; shrewd.

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Which choice best matches the meaning of “astute”?

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B) Having an ability to accurately assess situations; shrewd.. “Astute” means: Having an ability to accurately assess situations; shrewd.

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protection granted by a country to someone fleeing danger

severe or strict in manner

kind and well-meaning

bold and shameless

a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds

the quality of being open and honest in expression

to surrender or give in, often after resisting or on agreed terms

indirect and longer than necessary