Adjective Definition

sharp

1.Definition: (of a musical note) raised in pitch by one chromatic semitone

"C sharp"


2.Definition: (of something seen or heard) clearly defined

"A sharp photographic image", "The sharp crack of a twig"

Related Adjective(s):crisp


3.Definition: ending in a sharp point

Related Adjective(s):acuate, acute, needlelike


4.Definition: extremely steep

"A sharp drop"

Related Adjective(s):abrupt, precipitous


5.Definition: harsh

"Sharp criticism", "A sharp-worded exchange"

Related Adjective(s):tart


6.Definition: having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

"As sharp and incisive as the stroke of a fang"

Related Adjective(s):acute, discriminating, incisive, keen, knifelike, penetrating, penetrative, piercing


7.Definition: having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones

Related Adjective(s):shrill


8.Definition: having or made by a thin edge or sharp point; suitable for cutting or piercing

"A sharp knife", "A pencil with a sharp point"


9.Definition: keenly and painfully felt; as if caused by a sharp edge or point

"A sharp pain", "Sharp winds"


10.Definition: marked by practical hardheaded intelligence

Related Adjective(s):astute, shrewd


11.Definition: quick and forceful

"A sharp blow"


12.Definition: very sudden and in great amount or degree

"A sharp drop in the stock market"




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