In science, this can refer to the onset, course, or symptoms of a disease. For example, an acute illness is one that comes on suddenly and has a short course.
The patient's pain was acute.
Adjective: acute.
Adverb: acutely.
Noun: acuteness.
Synonyms: sharp, intense, severe, piercing.
Antonyms: dull, mild, gentle, weak.
The term "acute" refers to a short-lived or severe insect disease. It is derived from the Latin word "acutus", meaning "sharp" or "pointed".
What conditions can be described as acute?
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