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Sharply Definition & Meaning

sharply
adverb
  1. in an aggressive manner; "she was being sharply questioned"
  2. in a well delineated manner; "the new style of Minoan pottery was sharply defined"
  3. 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"
  4. very suddenly and to a great degree; "conditions that precipitously increase the birthrate"; "prices rose sharply"

"Sharply" in song lyrics

See how sharply is used in real songs:

  • "Regardless I answered sharply"
    The Tongue f/ Bertie Blackman — Don't You Ever
  • "rosie sharply"
    AOL — AOL
  • "Smartphone take-up 'rises sharply'"
    BBC — BBC

Usage tips for "sharply"

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Frequently asked questions

What does sharply mean?
in an aggressive manner; "she was being sharply questioned" in a well delineated manner; "the new style of Minoan pottery was sharply defined" 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" very suddenly and to a great degree; "conditions that precipitously increase the birthrate"; "prices rose sharply"
What part of speech is sharply?
Sharply is an adverb.
How many definitions does sharply have?
Sharply has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (adverb).

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