Sharp Definition
sharp
- adverb
- changing suddenly in direction and degree; "the road twists sharply after the light"; "turn sharp left here"; "the visor was acutely peaked"; "her shoes had acutely pointed toes"
- adjective
- (of something seen or heard) clearly defined; "a sharp photographic image"; "the sharp crack of a twig"; "the crisp snap of dry leaves underfoot"
- ending in a sharp point
- having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions; "an acute observer of politics and politicians"; "incisive comments"; "icy knifelike reasoning"; "as sharp and incisive as the stroke of a fang"; "penetrating insight"; "frequent penetrative observations"
- marked by practical hardheaded intelligence; "a smart businessman"; "an astute tenant always reads the small print in a lease"; "he was too shrewd to go along with them on a road that could lead only to their overthrow"
- harsh; "sharp criticism"; "a sharp-worded exchange"; "a tart remark"
- having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones ; "a shrill whistle"; "a shrill gaiety"
- extremely steep; "an abrupt canyon"; "the precipitous rapids of the upper river"; "the precipitous hills of Chinese paintings"; "a sharp drop"
- keenly and painfully felt; as if caused by a sharp edge or point; "a sharp pain"; "sharp winds"
- having or made by a thin edge or sharp point; suitable for cutting or piercing; "a sharp knife"; "a pencil with a sharp point"
- (of a musical note) raised in pitch by one chromatic semitone; "C sharp"
- very sudden and in great amount or degree; "a sharp drop in the stock market"
- quick and forceful; "a sharp blow"
- noun
- a musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named
- a long thin sewing needle with a sharp point
"Sharp" in song lyrics
See how sharp is used in real songs:
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"Tasted blood in the water, know his teeth so sharp"
9th Prince f/ Akir, AR.Change.L — Rap Disease -
"My state-of-the art lyrical lasers is razor sharp"
A+ f/ Canibus, Mr. Cheeks — Boyz 2 Men -
"Guitars and harps, my bars are so sharp"
Apathy — PF Cuttin Freestyle
Words that rhyme with sharp
Usage tips for "sharp"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "sharp" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for sharp to find words that pair well.