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sharp
adjective(sharp)(of something seen or heard) clearly defined
Synonyms: crisp,
Examples:
A sharp photographic image.
The sharp crack of a twig.
The sharp crack of a twig.
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adverb(sharp)changing suddenly in direction and degree
Examples:
The road twists sharply after the light.
Turn sharp left here.
Turn sharp left here.
sharp
adjective(sharp)having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
Examples:
As sharp and incisive as the stroke of a fang.
sharp
adjective(sharp)harsh
Synonyms: sharp-worded, tart,
Examples:
Sharp criticism.
A sharp-worded exchange.
A sharp-worded exchange.
sharp
noun(sharp)a long thin sewing needle with a sharp point
sharp
noun(sharp)a musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named
sharp
adjective(sharp)having or made by a thin edge or sharp point; suitable for cutting or piercing
Antonyms: dull,
Examples:
A sharp knife.
A pencil with a sharp point.
A pencil with a sharp point.
sharp
adjective(sharp)keenly and painfully felt; as if caused by a sharp edge or point
Antonyms: dull,
Examples:
A sharp pain.
Sharp winds.
Sharp winds.
sharp
adjective(sharp)(of a musical note) raised in pitch by one chromatic semitone
Examples:
C sharp.
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adjective(sharp)quick and forceful
Examples:
A sharp blow.
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adjective(sharp)very sudden and in great amount or degree
Examples:
A sharp drop in the stock market.