....if so is that the correct spelling and what is its meaning please- I cant find it in my dictionary but my boss has written in a letter he wants me to send out- I've never heard of it!
2007-02-14 01:56:59 · 9 answers · asked by Georgie 5 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
Acumen means to be shrewd, as in business. It means accurate, sharp, keen, "on the ball."
Hope this helps.
2007-02-14 02:03:58 · answer #1 · answered by fotojunkie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes I have heard the word acumen and you did spell it correctly. I usually hear it used as "business acumen." I have had a difficult time getting people to define it for me but I take it to mean a knowledge of what is good business (as in experience and the ability to make good, sound business decisions).
2007-02-14 02:04:36 · answer #2 · answered by milesramstein 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Acumen = skill, Talent.
Yes the spelling is correct.
There are also a few companies out there called Acumen, one of which manufacture heart, blood pressure and diabetic monitors.
I have sent a link which I hope will resolve this question.
Hope this helps.
2007-02-14 02:02:30 · answer #3 · answered by Tooly 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Acumen is best defined as the demonstration of business skill. The spelling you have is correct.
2007-02-14 02:01:19 · answer #4 · answered by Brandon F 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whenever a guy does something wrong the women around here always shout "Acumen!"
2007-02-14 02:01:11 · answer #5 · answered by fatherf.lotski 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is spelled right. It means Keenness of mind, quickness of perception, shrewdness, acuteness, perspicacity,dullness, stupidity.
2007-02-14 02:02:21 · answer #6 · answered by ruth4526 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-02-14 02:03:16 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, you've spelled it correctly...it means "Quickness of perception or discernment; shrewdness shown by keen insight."
2007-02-14 02:00:23 · answer #8 · answered by jcresnick 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
it means keen insight or shrewdness
2007-02-14 02:21:35 · answer #9 · answered by actorboi10 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋