The meaning of SHREWD is having or showing the insight, intelligence, and understanding to make good judgments about practical matters (as in business or finance); also : wily, cunning.

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SHREWD definition: having or showing astute or sharp judgment in practical matters, sometimes at the cost of moral compromise. See examples of shrewd used in a sentence.

These adjectives mean having or showing keen awareness, sound judgment, and often resourcefulness, especially in practical matters.

Definition of shrewd adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

A shrewd person is able to understand and judge a situation quickly and to use this understanding to their own advantage. She's a shrewd businesswoman. His grey eyes were shrewd but kindly. It …

shrewd′ly, adv. shrewd′ness, n. 1. quick, discerning, perceptive, perspicacious, sagacious, keen; discriminating, intelligent. See acute.

Dec 14, 2025 · shrewd (comparative shrewder, superlative shrewdest) Showing clever resourcefulness in practical matters. Artful, tricky or cunning.

Use the adjective shrewd to describe a person or thing that is smart or clever in a practical sort of way.

These adjectives mean having or showing keen awareness, sound judgment, and often resourcefulness, especially in practical matters.