sharp

/ʃˈɑːp/

/ˈʃɑɹp/

[adjective] [adverb] [noun]

sharp

[ADJECTIVE]

having a point or edge that can pierce or cut something

synonyms : acuate

acute

needlelike

having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

synonyms : acute

having or made by a thin edge or sharp point; suitable for cutting or piercing

antonyms : dull

(of a person's style or clothes) dressy and fashionable

synonyms : smart

stylish

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

synonyms : crisp

marked by practical hardheaded intelligence

synonyms : astute

shrewd

having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones

synonyms : shrill

extremely steep

synonyms : abrupt

precipitous

harsh

synonyms : sharp-worded

tart

keenly and painfully felt; as if caused by a sharp edge or point

antonyms : dull

(of a musical note) a half step higher than a particular note

antonyms : flat

quick and forceful

very sudden and in great amount or degree

having a taste or flavor that is strong, intense, pungent, or tangy

sharp

[ADVERB]

in a manner that is abrupt or sudden

synonyms : acutely

sharply

Sharp

[NOUN]

a long thin sewing needle with a sharp point

a musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named

Examples

1. Keep a sharp lookout for David.

2. He remained sharp as a tack.

3. With a sharp knife, the chef expertly removed the gristle from the pork chops.

4. He's as sharp as a tack.

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