Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sharp
Adjective
/ʃɑrp/
Definition
Having a fine point or edge that can cut or pierce something.
Examples
- The chef used a sharp knife to chop the vegetables.
- She has a sharp mind and quickly grasps new concepts.
- A sharp pain in his side made him gasp.
Meaning
The term ‘sharp’ refers to something that is pointed or able to cut. It can also describe a sudden change or something that is clearly defined.
Synonyms
- acute
- keen
- pointed
- cutting
- piercing
