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shrewd

/ʃruːd/

/ʃrud/

Translations

shrewdadjective

shrewder

Comp.

shrewdest

Super.

/ʃruːd/

/ʃrud/

умный

The shrewd detective quickly solved the mystery.

Умный детектив быстро разгадал тайну.

проницательный

He is a shrewd businessman who always makes profitable deals.

Он проницательный бизнесмен, который всегда заключает выгодные сделки.

хитроумный

Her shrewd plan helped them win the competition.

Ее хитроумный план помог им выиграть соревнование.

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shrewdadverb

/ʃruːd/

/ʃrud/

Archaic usage where "shrewd" is used adverbially to mean "very" or "severely".

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shrewdadjective

Having or showing sharp powers of judgment; astute.

Her shrewd analysis of the market trends helped the company make a profitable decision.

Clever or cunning, especially in practical matters.

He made a shrewd move by investing in the startup before it became popular.

Piercingly cold or severe, especially of weather, wind, or pain.

A shrewd wind swept over the plains, making everyone pull their collars higher.

(Archaic) Malicious or mischievous in character.

The tale warns of a shrewd sprite who delights in playing tricks on travelers.

shrewdadverb

(Archaic) To a significant or severe degree; very.

He was shrewd hurt after the battle.