Word Origin and History for astute Expand adj. 1610s, from Latin astutus crafty, wary, shrewd; sagacious, expert, from astus cunning, cleverness, adroitness, of uncertain origin, perhaps from Greek asty town, a word borrowed into Latin and with an overtone of city sophistication (cf. asteism). Related: Astutely; astuteness.
Noun. 1. tabula rasa-a young mind not yet affected by experience (according to John Locke). mind, psyche, nous, brain, head-that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason; his mind wandered; I couldn't get his words out of my head.
Include This Versatile Vegetable in Pasta, Pizza or Salads. Arugula (pronounced ah-ROO-ga-la) is a type of leaf vegetable with a slightly bitter, peppery flavor. You may also have seen it referred to as rocket, rucola and rugula. Because it grows in the Mediterranean region, arugula is used widely in Italian cuisine. You can serve arugula cooked, as in pasta or pizza.