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Definitions of sharp from WordNet
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sharp (adj.)
(of something seen or heard) clearly defined;
the sharp crack of a twig
a sharp photographic image
Synonyms: crisp
sharp (adj.)
ending in a sharp point;
sharp (adj.)
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions;
as sharp and incisive as the stroke of a fang
Synonyms: acute / discriminating / incisive / keen / knifelike / penetrating / penetrative / piercing
sharp (adj.)
having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones;
Synonyms: shrill
sharp (adj.)
keenly and painfully felt; as if caused by a sharp edge or point;
a sharp pain
sharp winds
sharp (adj.)
having or made by a thin edge or sharp point; suitable for cutting or piercing;
a pencil with a sharp point
a sharp knife
sharp (adj.)
(of a musical note) raised in pitch by one chromatic semitone;
C sharp
sharp (adj.)
very sudden and in great amount or degree;
a sharp drop in the stock market
sharp (adj.)
quick and forceful;
a sharp blow
2
sharp (n.)
a musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named;
sharp (n.)
a long thin sewing needle with a sharp point;
3
sharp (adv.)
changing suddenly in direction and degree;
turn sharp left here
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