acute
Произношение: [əˈkjuːt]
Контекст: «health»
(adjective) when a health problem starts suddenly and is often severe. It refers to something that happens fast and is intense. Like a really bad headache that comes on quickly.
Пример
She experienced acute pain in her stomach and needed to see a doctor quickly.
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His condition was not acute; it was a mild headache that went away in a few hours.
Пример
Is your pain acute, or is it a dull ache that has been bothering you for days?
Контекст: «geometry»
(adjective) a type of angle that is less than 90 degrees. Think of it like a small corner; it's sharp and pointy.
Пример
The triangle has three acute angles, making it look very pointy.
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That angle is not acute; it's actually an obtuse angle, which is larger than 90 degrees.
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How many acute angles can you find in that shape?
Контекст: «awareness»
(adjective) when someone is very aware or smart about something. It means they notice things quickly and understand them well.
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His acute observation helped the team identify the problem immediately.
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She was not acute in her understanding of the situation, missing many important details.
Пример
Do you think her acute sense of smell can help us find the missing cookies?