Definitions
There are 18 meanings of the word
Sharp.
How to pronounce sharp:
US
Sharp - as an adjective
Sharp - as a noun
A musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
musical notationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A long thin sewing needle with a sharp point
Sharp - as an adverb
Sharp - as an adjective satellite
(of something seen or heard) clearly defined
Example: "A sharp photographic image"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crisp9Having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
Example: "An acute observer of politics and politicians"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acute7discriminating20incisive13keen8knifelike20penetrating14penetrative16piercing13Marked by practical hardheaded intelligence
Example: "A smart businessman"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
astute6shrewd13Having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones
Example: "A shrill whistle"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
shrill9Very sudden and in great amount or degree
Example: "A sharp drop in the stock market"
Quick and forceful
Example: "A sharp blow"
Sharp - as a verb
To raise the pitch of a note half a step making a natural note a sharp.
Example: "That new musician must be tone deaf: he sharped half the notes of the song!"
To play tricks in bargaining; to act the sharper.
To sharpen.
Example Sentences
"She wore a sharp suit to the job interview."
"The chef used a sharp knife to chop the vegetables."
"He has a sharp mind and can solve complex problems quickly."
"The mountain peak had sharp edges that were dangerous to climb."
"The actress had a sharp wit and always made people laugh."
Word Game Points
Is SHARP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sharp is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SHARP has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is SHARP a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sharp is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSHARP has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is SHARP a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sharp is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSHARP has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
