acumen
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
She has established herself as the front-runner of a crowded primary, and that takes real acumen and skill.
From Slate ● Aug. 4, 2026
Working with clients who are facing imminent death takes more than just financial acumen, however.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 17, 2026
With their strong Barcelona core and the tactical acumen of Vicente del Bosque, they secured their first-ever title with short, intricate passes and relentless movement, defeating the Netherlands 1-0 in the final.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
It wasn’t market acumen or grasp of economic theory, but how he combined both with a temperament for navigating relentless political pressure.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026
Over at the country club, or in enormous corner offices with picture windows that seemed to deserve something more than wide-angle views of scrub brush and mesquite, they confused luck with business acumen.
From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger
Vocabulary lists containing acumen
100 Words Every High School Graduate Should Know
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
300 Most Difficult "SAT" Words
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
GRE Verbal Reasoning, List 1
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
