Is Shrewdness an Adjective?

Use the adjective shrewd to describe a person or thing that is smart or clever in a practical sort of way. The word shrewd is from a Middle English adjective formed from the noun schrewe, "an evil person, a villain." This Middle English noun is an earlier form of our modern English word shrew.

What does shrewdness mean?

1a : marked by clever discerning awareness and hardheaded acumen shrewd common sense. b : given to wily and artful ways or dealing a shrewd operator. 2a : severe, hard a shrewd knock. b : sharp, piercing a shrewd wind. 3 archaic : mischievous.

What is the synonym of shrewdness?

Synonyms of 'shrewdness'

Publication of the information was a serious error in judgment. grasp. penetration. acumen. Her sharp business acumen meant she quickly rose to the top.