Shrewd
/ʃruːd/
Being shrewd means being smart and clever, like knowing the best way to solve a tricky problem or make a good choice.
Examples
- My shrewd little brother always knows the best way to win at board games.
- The shrewd girl figured out the secret code in our scavenger hunt right away.
- Dad made a shrewd choice when he bought the toy on sale instead of full price.
Synonyms
smart
clever
wise
sharp
bright
crafty
Antonyms
foolish
silly
naive
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