Definition
acumen
noun
- the ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in a particular domain
Examples
- Her business acumen helped the company triple its profits.
- The detective’s investigative acumen solved the case quickly.
- He lacks the political acumen needed for this position.
- The investor’s financial acumen made her very wealthy.
- With remarkable acumen, she identified the problem immediately.
- His strategic acumen on the chess board was impressive.