Savvy (adjective)

  1. Having knowledge, understanding, or skill in a particular field or activity.
  2. Having the ability to understand and deal with a situation in a practical and effective way.
  3. Showing knowledge, understanding or skill in a particular field or activity.

Origin:

From french savoir, from latin sapere ("to be wise").

Examples:

  1. She has a great deal of business savvy.
  2. He has a savvy understanding of the stock market.
  3. She was known for her political savvy.
  4. He has a savvy approach to dealing with difficult customers.
  5. He has a savvy sense of humor.
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