Pronunciation

/ˈæktuː/

Definitions

• Adjective: 1. Severe or intense; sharp. For example: “The pain was so acute that he couldn’t bear it anymore.”
  • Noun: 1. (Medicine) A severe or sudden illness or condition. For example: “She was diagnosed with an acute case of influenza.”
  • Adverb: 1. In a sharp or pointed manner. For example: “His observation was acute and insightful.”

Phrases

• “Acute problem” refers to a severe or pressing issue.
• “Acute sense” implies heightened awareness or perception.
• “Acute angle” describes a small angle between two lines or rays.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The patient’s symptoms were extremely acute, requiring immediate medical attention.”
• Noun: “After the accident, he developed an acute memory loss.”
• Adverb: “Her analysis was particularly acute, uncovering details others had overlooked.”

Synonyms

• Severe
• Intense
• Sharp
• Sudden
• Prolonged
• Critical
• Noticeable
• Perceptive

Antonyms

• Mild
• Gentle
• Subtle
• Chronic
• Indifferent
• Insensitive