sharp

//ʃɑːrp//
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Adjective

sharpCanonical form
sharperComparative
sharpestSuperlative
1

Having a thin edge or fine point that can cut or pierce easily

Be careful with that knife—it's very sharp.

2

Sudden and intense; severe or harsh

She felt a sharp pain in her chest.

3

Clear and distinct; well-defined

The photo has a sharp image.

4

Quick to notice or understand things; intelligent or perceptive

She has a sharp mind and quickly solves problems.

5

Having a strong, pungent taste or smell

This cheese has a sharp taste.

6

Stylish or smart in appearance

He looked sharp in his new suit.

Adverb

sharpCanonical form
sharperComparative
sharpestSuperlative
1

Precisely or exactly at a stated time

The meeting starts at 9 o'clock sharp.

2

Suddenly or abruptly

Turn sharp left at the next corner.

Noun

sharpsPlural
1

A musical note raised by one semitone

The piece is written in F sharp major.

2

A needle, especially a hypodermic needle

The nurse disposed of the sharps in a special container.

Verb

1

To raise the pitch of a musical note by one semitone

The composer decided to sharp the note to create a brighter sound.

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