Advertisement

sharp

Definition for sharp

adjective as in sudden

Strongest matches

abrupt, extreme, intense, marked

Weak match

distinct

adjective as in dishonest, deceitful

adjective as in severe, intense

adjective as in distinct, well-defined

Strongest matches

clear, crisp, obvious

Strong match

audible

adjective as in stylish

adjective as in having strong affect on animate senses

adverb as in on time

Discover More

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

That contrast raises a sharper question: When people in privileged societies denounce and attempt to limit billionaires, are they shining a light on global injustice − or projecting their own sense of guilt?

Read more on Salon

Ellison soon showed himself to be a sharp dealmaker and producer.

Atlas workers dismantled a makeshift wall of shipping containers between the scrap yard and school, which was intended to prevent sharp metal shards and other debris from flying onto the school yard.

Read more on Los Angeles Times

Few American voices cut sharper than Frederick Douglass’s.

Beijing's large trade surpluses have drawn sharp criticism from some trading partners, who say markets have been flooded with cheap goods, hurting local firms.

Read more on Barron's

Advertisement

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement