나쁜 상황이나 고통, 문제가 심각하거나 강렬한 정도로 존재하는.
(Of a bad, difficult, or unwelcome situation or phenomenon, or a feeling like pain) present or experienced to a severe or intense degree; critical.
예문:
"The region is facing an acute water shortage due to the prolonged drought."
"After the accident, the patient reported acute pain in their lower back."
예리한 이해력이나 통찰력을 가지고 있거나 보여주는; 날카롭고 민감한.
Having or showing a perceptive understanding or insight; mentally sharp or shrewd.
예문:
"Her acute observation skills allowed her to notice details others missed."
"The CEO's acute business sense helped the company navigate the financial downturn."
(질병이나 상태가) 급격히 발생하여 증상이 심하고 짧게 지속되는.
(Of a disease or medical condition) having a rapid onset, severe symptoms, and a short course (as opposed to chronic).
예문:
"The doctor diagnosed the child with a case of acute tonsillitis."
"Acute illnesses require immediate, often intensive, medical intervention."
(각이) 90도보다 작은.
(Of an angle) measuring less than 90 degrees.
예문:
"An acute triangle is defined as having all three interior angles measuring less than 90 degrees."
"We used a protractor to confirm that the corner formed an acute angle."