What is the meaning of the word "acute"?
Definitions:
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extremely sharp or intense
adjective
- acute pain
- acute pain
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having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions adjective
- an acute observer of politics and politicians
- an acute observer of politics and politicians
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having or experiencing a rapid onset and short but severe course adjective
- acute appendicitis
- acute appendicitis
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of critical importance and consequence adjective
- an acute (or critical) lack of research funds
- an acute (or critical) lack of research funds