Search Dictionary
Definition of acumen

acumen

/əˈkjuː.mən/
a · cu · men
Plural:acumens
•
Adjective:acuminous
JUMP TO:

acumen Lexical Profile

acumen Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The ability to make good judgments and quick, accurate decisions, typically in a particular domain such as business, politics, or finance.

Example

"Her exceptional business acumen allowed the startup to navigate a difficult market and achieve profitability within two years."

2

A tapering, pointed tip or apex on a plant leaf or organ (in botany and biology).

Example

"The tropical leaves terminate in a long, slender acumen that helps shed excess rainwater quickly."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for acumen
Antonyms
View all antonyms for acumen

• Rhymes for acumen

• Nearby Words

actuate
actuator
acuity
acumen
acupressure
acupuncture
acupuncturist

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Latin 'acūmen', meaning 'a sharp point, sting, or mental keenness', derived from the verb 'acuere' ('to sharpen').

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Acumen. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/acumen
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.