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