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Shrewd

🔄 Synonyms of "Shrewd"

8 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

WordDefinition
sharpnounTerminating in a point or edge, especially one that can cut or pierce easily; not dull, obtuse, or rounded.
astuteShrewd or crafty.
hardnoun(of material or fluid) Solid and firm.
connivingThat connives; conspiratorial.
smartnoun(intransitive) To hurt or sting.
schemingnounThe activity or practice of making secret or underhanded plans.
calculating(not comparable) Having the ability to calculate.
calculativeOf, pertaining to, or involving calculation.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Shrewd"

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WordDefinition
astuteShrewd or crafty.
scheming(derogatory) Tending to scheme; forming underhand plots.
connivingThat connives; conspiratorial.
hard(of material or fluid) Solid and firm.
smartnounExhibiting social ability or cleverness.
sharpTerminating in a point or edge, especially one that can cut or pierce easily; not dull, obtuse, or rounded.
calculating(not comparable) Having the ability to calculate.
calculativeOf, pertaining to, or involving calculation.
artfulCharacterized by, or performed with, cleverness or contrivance; clever, ingenious.
wilySly, cunning, full of tricks.
slyArtfully cunning; secretly mischievous; wily.
cunningSly; crafty; clever in surreptitious behaviour.
cagyAlternative form of cagey. [Wary, careful, shrewd.]
craftyRelating to, or characterized by, craft or skill; dexterous.
cleverQuick to understand, learn, and devise or apply ideas; intelligent.
nifty(colloquial, somewhat dated) Good, smart; useful or beneficial, often in an impressively clever way.
ingeniousOf a person, displaying genius or brilliance; inventive.
cannynounKnowing, shrewd, astute.
incisiveIntelligently analytical and concise. (of a person or mental process)
neatClean, tidy; free from dirt or impurities.

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