as in skills
knowledge gained by actually doing or living through something
she's an excellent scholar of political science, but lacks the kind of savvy needed to run for public office
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as in smart
having or showing a practical cleverness or judgment
a particularly savvy investor, he was among the first to see the potential in tech stocks
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as in to know
to have a clear idea of
the man growled, "Don't ever date my daughter again—you savvy?"
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Recent Examples of savvy
Sameer Malhotra, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Where is Gen Alpha getting money from? Gen Alpha's financial savvy doesn't end with simply saving money.
—Mia Taylor, Parents, 12 Dec. 2024
Ben Travers, IndieWire, 7 Apr. 2025
Keep in mind that the Michelin Guide purportedly only gives stars out based on food, but most savvy, experienced Michelin diners know that not to be the case.
—Timothy Depeugh, Charlotte Observer, 3 Apr. 2025
Andy Kessler, WSJ, 9 Nov. 2022
Much of that comes from his experience and savvy as a runner, which will only continue to get better with age.
—Dallas News, 4 Aug. 2022
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Noun
These kits enabled cybercriminals to easily create and deploy ransomware, but their reach was limited to attackers with some level of technical savvy.
—Sameer Malhotra, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Where is Gen Alpha getting money from? Gen Alpha's financial savvy doesn't end with simply saving money.
—Mia Taylor, Parents, 12 Dec. 2024
Adjective
Said with the conviction of someone who’s never questioned their code of ethics, yet at a time when an impartial observer may wonder how a functioning moral compass could guide anyone to such a calamitous moment, the above line is both a glaring signpost and a savvy misdirect.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 7 Apr. 2025
Keep in mind that the Michelin Guide purportedly only gives stars out based on food, but most savvy, experienced Michelin diners know that not to be the case.
—Timothy Depeugh, Charlotte Observer, 3 Apr. 2025
Verb
This wiped out $80 billion in value, whacking some hedge funds and lots of individuals, neither savvy enough to see the bubble.
—Andy Kessler, WSJ, 9 Nov. 2022
Much of that comes from his experience and savvy as a runner, which will only continue to get better with age.
—Dallas News, 4 Aug. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for savvy
Noun
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Rather, let your achievements and skills be the standout feature of your resume, not the design.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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Employers want to see proof of your skills, not just hear about them.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The style is a challenge: should their comedy be smart and savvy or broad and easy-going?—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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Light enough to layer over tights or leggings in colder weather, these pants are a smart choice for sightseeing or hiking in rainy conditions, but they can easily be dressed up with a cute blouse or blazer.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Snow is best known for being part of the ensemble cast in Universal’s Pitch Perfect and its two sequels.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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It was best known as the home to a long list of A-list stars, filmmakers and Hollywood insiders.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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With annual trading volumes now reportedly exceeding $3 trillion, Xia sees AI integration as the next frontier for cryptocurrency exchanges in 2025, potentially redefining trading experiences for both newcomers and experienced traders.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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About Athena Elite Sports: With over 20 years of experience in youth programming, Athena prepares students for the all-important transition from high school to college through programs and activities that inspire academic and sporting development, personal growth and cultural understanding.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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But, like any astute power ranking, there are certain tells about which nominees have an advantage.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
3 Apr. 2025
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There’s a chance an astute hiker could probably see Prospect Park from the top of Cowles Mountain looking northeast.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Apr. 2025
Verb
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IndieWire understands the festival was waiting to confirm Denzel Washington’s attendance, and indeed the star will be at Cannes.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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And like Bell, my bandmates and I understood why other artists were continuing to cancel their performances.—
Ryan Miller,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The project represents a milestone for Naga cinema, blending international filmmaking expertise with local narratives and talent.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
7 Apr. 2025
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The analysis used to create the interactive map comes from 234 climate experts from 64 countries, as well as a 2022 U.S. climate report that synthesized data and expertise from eight governmental agencies.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The shrewd 2025 gnome hunter hit the Augusta grounds long before The Masters’ opening round on Thursday.—
Larry Holder,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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The moment was also a memorable part of TCU’s dramatic reversal in fortunes, catalyzed by donor investment, a shrewd hiring decision and an all-in approach to the transfer portal.—
Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Savvy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/savvy. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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