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adverb.
changing suddenly in direction and degree
adverb.
in an acute manner
adverb.
having a rapid onset
adverb.
in a shrewd manner
Word Usage
"The Chinese authorities remain acutely aware of Ai's complex and innovative heresy and in China, an "edgy" artist has to face greater challenges than mockery or dismissive critics."