acutely

[əˈkjuːtli]

acutely Definition

• 1. in a way that is extremely severe or deeply felt
• 2. in a way that shows a perceptive understanding or insight

Using acutely: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "acutely" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The pain was acutely felt in her chest.

• Example

  He was acutely aware of the danger.

• Example

  She acutely observed the subtle changes in his behavior.

acutely Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for acutely

• keenly
• intensely
• profoundly

Antonyms for acutely

• slightly
• moderately

Phrases with acutely

• acutely embarrassing

  extremely embarrassing

  Example

  Her mistake was acutely embarrassing.

• acutely aware

  having a deep understanding or realization of something

  Example

  He was acutely aware of the risks involved.

• acutely sensitive

  highly responsive to or affected by something

  Example

  She was acutely sensitive to criticism.

Origins of acutely

from Latin 'acutus', meaning 'sharp'

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Summary: acutely in Brief

'Acutely' [əˈkjuːtli] can mean 'in a way that is extremely severe or deeply felt,' as in 'The pain was acutely felt in her chest.' It can also mean 'in a way that shows a perceptive understanding or insight,' as in 'She acutely observed the subtle changes in his behavior.' Other phrases like 'acutely embarrassing' and 'acutely sensitive' use 'acutely' to denote extreme or highly responsive situations.