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Sagacity

The quality of being sagacious; keen mental discernment and good judgment; wisdom.

Example

"The elders were revered for their sagacity, offering counsel that was always thoughtful and profound."

Etymology

From Latin sagacitas 'sharpness of sensation, acuteness,' from sagax 'keen-scented, acute.'

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