sharp

/ʃˈɑɹp/ · 1 syllable

Meaning

adjective

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined
“a sharp photographic image”
ending in a sharp point
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
“an acute observer of politics and politicians”
marked by practical hardheaded intelligence
“a smart businessman”
harsh
“sharp criticism”
having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones
“a shrill whistle”
extremely steep
“an abrupt canyon”
keenly and painfully felt; as if caused by a sharp edge or point
“a sharp pain”
having or made by a thin edge or sharp point; suitable for cutting or piercing
“a sharp knife”
(of a musical note) raised in pitch by one chromatic semitone
“C sharp”
very sudden and in great amount or degree
“a sharp drop in the stock market”
quick and forceful
“a sharp blow”

adverb

changing suddenly in direction and degree
“the road twists sharply after the light”

noun

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