Having a ready insight into and understanding of things; shrewd.
"Her perspicacious analysis revealed the hidden flaws in the proposal."
Describing sharp business insights
"She's really smart about business"
"She's remarkably perspicacious in business matters"
Conveys strategic thinking and analytical depth
From Latin "perspicax" meaning "sharp-sighted" - from "perspicere" (to look through, see clearly).
First used in English in the 17th century, during the Age of Enlightenment when clear thinking was highly valued.
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Present everywhere; widespread and commonplace.
Occurring or discovered by chance in a happy or beneficial way.
Sweet or musical; pleasant to hear; flowing like honey.
Too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words.
Having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment; wise.
Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing; clearly expressing or indicating something.
