Sharp

/ʃɑːp/

The meaning and definition of Sharp, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

adjective
  1. Terminating in a point or edge, especially one that can cut easily; not obtuse or rounded.
    β€œA face with sharp features”
  2. Higher in pitch than required.
    β€œThe orchestra's third violin several times was sharp about an eighth of a tone.”
adverb
  1. In a higher pitch than is correct or desirable.
    β€œI didn't enjoy the concert much because the tenor kept going sharp on the high notes.”
  2. (notcomp) Exactly.
    β€œI'll see you at twelve o'clock sharp.”
Synonyms keen razor razor-sharp pointed accurate exact
Antonyms blunt dull imprecise inaccurate complimentary flattering

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