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ACUTELY

(adverb)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Acutely.

How to pronounce acutely:

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Acutely - as an adverb

In a keen or penetrating way

Example: "He was keenly aware of his own shortcomings"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
keenly13

Having a rapid onset

Example: "An acutely debilitating virus"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
chronically21

Changing suddenly in direction and degree

Example: "The road twists sharply after the light"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sharp10sharply15

In a shrewd manner

Example: "He invested his fortune astutely"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
astutely11sagaciously17sapiently14shrewdly18

Example Sentences

"She was acutely aware of her surroundings."
"The patient is acutely ill and needs immediate medical attention."
"He listened intently, acutely aware of every sound around him."
"The pain in her ankle was acutely felt with every step."
"He felt acutely embarrassed by his mistake."
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Word Game Points

Is ACUTELY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, acutely is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ACUTELY has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is ACUTELY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, acutely is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ACUTELY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is ACUTELY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, acutely is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ACUTELY has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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