Astute and Pawky

Astute

Astute adjective - Having or showing a practical cleverness or judgment.
Usage example: a police detective known to be an astute judge of character

Pawky and astute are semantically related. (British) In some cases you can use "Pawky" instead an adjective "Astute". informal substitute

Nearby Words: astuteness, astutely

Pawky

Pawky adjective - Cunning and sly.
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Astute and pawky are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Astute" instead an adjective "Pawky".
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