acute
UK/ә'kju:t/US
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Definitions
adj.
Very serious or severe; (of senses or mind) sharp and perceptive; (of illness) sudden and intense but short-lasting
严重的；敏锐的；急性的
n.
An acute accent mark (´) placed over a vowel
锐音符（´）
Root Breakdown
Native Englishacuteother
=acute
Common Collocations
- 1.acute care急症护理
- 2.acute disease急症
- 3.acute angle锐角
Example Sentences
- 1.
The patient suffered from an acute infection that required immediate treatment.