Dictionary and Thesaurus

Definition of Shrewd

• (superl.) Inclining to shrew; disposing to curse or scold; hence, vicious; malicious; evil; wicked; mischievous; vexatious; rough; unfair; shrewish.
• (superl.) Artful; wily; cunning; arch.
• (superl.) Able or clever in practical affairs; sharp in business; astute; sharp-witted; sagacious; keen; as, a shrewd observer; a shrewd design; a shrewd reply.

Synonyms of Shrewd

• Astute
• Sharp
• Calculating
• Calculative
• Conniving
• Scheming

Antonyms of Shrewd

Homophones of Shrewd