aˈstutely,adv. [f.prec. + -ly2.] In an astute manner; with keen penetration, shrewdly. 1826Syd. Smith Wks. (1867) II. 112 He sets himself to comment astutely upon the circumstances.1851Sir F. Palgrave Norm. & Eng. I. 296 Louis astutely evaded the contest.