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Able to pierce or cut with relative ease
“There was nothing we had available that was sharp enough to use as a cutting tool.”
Having or showing a reasonable or high level of intellect or awareness
“His mind was as sharp as it had ever been.”
Exploitative, usually in an unscrupulous manner
“In reality, it was ordinary citizens and not the sharp operators who stored their wealth in banknotes.”
Having or producing a sudden and intense piercing sensation
“Her coughing ceased for a brief moment when she felt a sharp pain on her lower leg.”
Of having extreme clarity or definition
“The image is black-and-white with strong contrast and sharp detail.”
Denotes a well-dressed person, typically but not necessarily a male
“Looking sharp in a grey suit, he had managed to inveigle his way into City Hall through the side entrance.”
Denotes the use of derogatory or derisory language intended to hurt or insult others
“Her words were sharp and I felt them cut into each piece of my shattered heart.”
Refers to an intense or acrid flavor
“The sharp taste of salt and alkaline was tangy on my lips.”
Denotes an intense coldness that can feel like it is penetrating the body
“It was growing dark and a sharp wind was blowing off the sea.”
Diminishing to a point or edge
“The long robe drapes over the front of the throne, falling in pleats that taper to sharp points along the hem.”
Having the ability to perceive, comprehend and respond in a speedy manner
“It transcends its soap-opera instincts thanks to the bright humor and sharp observations of the script.”
Turning sharply into another direction
“It made a sharp turn to the left and went on to meander away to unpredictable destinations.”
Physically rising or falling sharply
“He is on a winding road, a cliff, with a sharp drop to the ocean.”
Denotes a sudden or dramatic change
“The recovery of residential building activity last year and early this year was a major factor contributing to a very sharp rise in prices of lumber and plywood.”
A loud piercing sound
“All in all, not much got done until Mikhail's aunt Meredith came in and silenced them all with a sharp whistle.”
A psychological feeling of intuition
“She got out of the shower lazily, and had a sharp feeling in her gut that something would happen today.”
Denotes speediness
“Moore set off at a sharp pace.”
Lacking consideration for others
Making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise
Fast, nimble or dextrous in movement
Having or showing good sense or judgment
Having many thorns or thorn bushes
Having the characteristics of an epigram
(of sound) Resembling that produced by metal objects striking each other
Funny and clever
Clearly or explicitly expressed or defined
Done or occurring quickly or promptly
Accurate or correct in all details
Producing powerful feelings or strong, clear images in the mind
Very severe or serious
Based on sound reasoning
Being clear enough to be read, readable, particularly for handwriting
Fastidious and hard to please
(of a man) Aesthetically pleasing to view or look at
Full of energy and enthusiasm
Having a rough or sharp texture or quality
Covered in hair or bristles
Thin, especially referring to people
Highly stimulating to the senses
In an exact or precise way, especially with regards to a point, location or time
“It hit me sharp in the eye, exactly where he intended, I think.”
Accurate or punctual with regards to time
“It was six o'clock sharp in the morning, and it was time for him to put his game face on.”
In a sudden or unexpected manner
“On anything other than a smooth track, it would suddenly turn sharp left for no reason.”
Immediately, with little or no delay
(slang, dated) A highly skilled person in a particular skill or knowledge
“All I know is that he was a real estate sharp, and he got me a deal I could not refuse.”
A person who cheats or deceives people
(US) The hash symbol
To cheat, deceive or defraud someone for personal gain
To make or become sharp or physically sharper
Vigilant and enthusiastic, displaying keen attentiveness and a lively approach
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