What is the meaning of acutely?

adverb

  • In an acute manner.
    • usage: "she pitied her sister acutely"; "acutely aware"
  • Having a rapid onset.
    • usage: "an acutely debilitating virus"
  • Changing suddenly in direction and degree.
    • usage: "the road twists sharply after the light"; "turn sharp left here"; "the visor was acutely peaked"; "her shoes had acutely pointed toes"
  • In a shrewd manner.
    • usage: "he invested his fortune astutely"; "he was acutely insightful"
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