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Definition of sharp - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
cutting edgehaving a thin edge or point that can cut or pierce easily
- Be careful with that knife; it's very sharp.!
2.
sensationproducing a sudden, piercing physical sensation or effect
- The sharp pain in my side forced me to stop running..
3.
perceptionobservant and alert to details
- He has a sharp eye for spotting errors.
4.
intelligencementally quick and intelligent
- She is a sharp student who learns quickly.
5.
tastehaving a strong, bitter taste
- The cheese has a sharp flavor.
6.
communicationcritical or harsh in tone
- She made a sharp comment about his work.
7.
fashionstylish and attractive in appearance
- He wore a sharp suit to the event.
8.
clear definitionprecisely defined or distinct; clear
- His sharp features made him easily recognizable..
9.
geometryforming a small angle or steep
- The road takes a sharp turn ahead.
10.
musicTECH. higher in pitch by one semitoneTECH.
- The note is sharp in this piece.
Adverb
1.
timeexactly at a specified time
- The meeting starts at 9 AM sharp.
2.
sudden changein a sudden or abrupt way
- He turned sharp to avoid the obstacle..
3.
musicTECH. higher than a standard pitchTECH.
- The singer sang the note sharp.
Noun
1.
musicTECH. the symbol ♯ indicating a semitone higher noteTECH.
- The sharp was added to the sheet music.
2.
needle deviceTECH. medical item with a pointed end used to pierce skinTECH.
- Dispose of the sharp in the designated container.
3.
fraudRare US dishonest person or cheaterRare US
- The card player was known as a sharp.
Images of sharp
medical item with a pointed end used to pierce skin
Expressions with sharp
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speaks in a harsh, cutting, or unkind way
She has a sharp tongue and often offends people.
ability to push through a crowd
With sharp elbows, he made his way to the front of the line.
most difficult or intense part of an activity
He always thrived at the sharp end of the project..
deceptive or dishonest business methods
The company was accused of engaging in sharp practice to increase profits..
very smart and quick to notice or understand things
She is sharp as a tack in every meeting.
involved in the most active part
The soldiers are at the sharp end of the battle.
make an issue clear and understandable
The report brings the problem into sharp focus for everyone.
hear very well and notice small sounds
She has sharp ears and heard the whisper.
highlighted or emphasized in contrast
Her kindness was in sharp relief to his rudeness.
not very intelligent, used humorously as a simile
He is sharp as a butter knife when it comes to math.
extremely sharp or keen
The knife was sharp as a razor, cutting through paper effortlessly.
a scolding delivered by someone using harsh words
She received the sharp end of her boss's tongue after the mistake.
concise and effective way of speaking
He impressed the audience with his sharp turn of phrase.
not intelligent or quick-witted
He solved the puzzle? He's sharp as a marble!
very intelligent and quick to understand
She is sharp as a needle and always gets top grades.
quality of speaking in a harsh or hurtful way
Her sharp edge of her tongue hurt his feelings.
happening exactly at 5:00, not earlier or later
The meeting starts at five o'clock sharp.
exactly at the stated hour without delay
The meeting starts at 9 o'clock sharp.
ability to notice quiet or distant sounds easily
Her sharp ears caught the faintest whisper.
good vision or eyesight
The hunter's sharp eye helped him spot the deer from afar.
having a strong, often acidic flavor
The sharp-tasting lemon made her eyes water.
extremely sharp like a razor
The knife's blade is razor-sharp.
become clear and easy to see
The mountains come into sharp focus through the binoculars.
notice small details quickly and easily
She has sharp eyes and spotted the mistake instantly.
Origin of sharp
Old English, scearp (keen) + -e (adjective suffix)
Terms with sharp included in their meaning
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physical action
divide with a sharp tool or instrument
cutting tool
tool with a sharp blade for cutting
tools
tool with a sharp edge for cutting things
sound
sharp sound made by hitting something
animal
small rodent known for its long tail and sharp teeth
animal
small rodents with long tails and sharp teeth
cutting
sharp edge of a tool or weapon
not sharp
having a thick edge or point
cutting action
cut something into pieces with repeated sharp blows
brain power
showing sharp intelligence or mental alertness
sound
make a short, sharp sound
sound
short, sharp sound made by a device
medical
expel air from lungs suddenly with a sharp sound
edge
not sharp or pointed
tools
sharp side of a blade or tool
weapon
weapon with a sharp blade for stabbing
sound
make a repeated sharp noise
sound
used to mimic a sudden sharp sound
marking
mark a surface with a sharp object
taste
having a sharp, biting taste like lemon
poke hard
pierce with a sharp point
pain
sharp pain caused by insect or plant
insect attack
inject poison with a sharp point
action
jab or prod with a finger or sharp object
Examples of sharp in a sentence
The sharp edge of the broken glass can be dangerous. She felt a sharp sting on her arm. The sharp cold made him shiver. Her sharp mind quickly grasped the concept. The detective's sharp instincts solved the case. His sharp mind solved the puzzle instantly.
The sharp detective quickly uncovered the truth. The lemonade had a sharp tang. I love the sharp taste of cranberries. His sharp words left everyone silent. The review was sharp and unforgiving. She looked sharp in her new dress. His sharp outfit turned heads at the gala. The photograph had a sharp focus. Her sharp memory impressed everyone. The mountain path had a sharp incline. He felt a sharp pain in his ankle. The singer's voice was sharp throughout the performance. This instrument tends to sound sharp in cold weather. The train departs at 6 PM sharp. Dinner will be served at 7 sharp. The car stopped sharp at the red light. She turned sharp when she heard her name. The violinist played the note sharp. Her voice went sharp during the performance. The composer frequently uses a sharp in his melodies. A sharp can change the mood of a piece. The nurse carefully handled the sharp to avoid injury. Sharps must be disposed of in puncture-proof containers. He was labeled a sharp after the scam. Beware of the sharp in the poker room.
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- French:tranchant, pile, ...
- German:scharf, pünktlich, ...
- Italian:tagliente, in punto, ...
- Spanish:filoso, en punto, ...
- Portuguese:cortante, em ponto, ...
- Chinese:锋利的, 准时, ...
- Japanese:鋭い, ちょうど, ...
- Arabic:حَادّ, بِالدِّقَّة, ...
- Hebrew:חַד, בְּדִיּוּק, ...
- Russian:острый, ровно, ...
- Ukrainian:гострий, рівно, ...
- Hindi:तेज़, ठीक, ...
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