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mente astuta

[ˈmẽ.tʃi ɐʃˈtu.tɐ]
noun phrasefemininepl: mentes astutas
cunning mind, shrewd mind, sharp mind
1. A mind characterized by cleverness, shrewdness, and the ability to think strategically or manipulatively
He had a cunning mind that allowed him to outmaneuver his competitors.
Ele tinha uma mente astuta que lhe permitia superar seus concorrentes.
2. The intellectual capacity to perceive hidden meanings, detect deception, or plan with intelligence
Her astute mind quickly grasped the nuances of the negotiation.
Sua mente astuta compreendeu rapidamente as nuances da negociação.
NYC Slang
sharp mind, quick wit, street smarts
Synonyms
mente aguçadamente perspicazmente argutaintelecto astutocérebro astutomente perspicazmente sagaz
Antonyms
mente ingênuamente simplistamente obtusafalta de perspicácia

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
mente astuta
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
mente astuta
Standard usage, may also use 'mente sagaz' or 'mente arguta'

Related Idioms & Phrases

ter uma mente astuta
possuir uma mente astuta
uma mente astuta e calculista
usar a mente astuta
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