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SHREWD

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 14 meanings of the word Shrewd.

Shrewd - as an adjective satellite

Marked by practical hardheaded intelligence

Example: "A smart businessman"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
astutesharp

Acting with a specific goal

Example: "The most calculating and selfish men in the community"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
calculatingcalculativeconnivingscheming

Shrewd - as an adjective

Showing clever resourcefulness in practical matters.

Artful, tricky or cunning.

Streetwise.

Knowledgeable, intelligent, keen.

Nigh accurate.

Example: "A shrewd guess"

Severe, intense, hard.

Example: "A shrewd blow, or assault"

Sharp, snithy, piercing.

Example: "A shrewd wind"

Bad, evil, threatening.

Portending, boding.

Noxious, scatheful, mischievous.

Abusive, shrewish.

Scolding, satirical, sharp.

Example Sentences

"He is known for his shrewd investing strategies."
"The shrewd businessman quickly spotted the flaws in the proposal."
"She made a shrewd move by buying the stock before the price increased."
"The detective's shrewd observation helped solve the mysterious case."
"His shrewd negotiation skills allowed him to get a great deal."
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Word Game Points

Is SHREWD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shrewd is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SHREWD has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is SHREWD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shrewd is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SHREWD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is SHREWD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shrewd is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHREWD has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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