sharp
Meaning
Sharp means having a fine edge or point that can cut things easily, or it can describe something that is clear and strong.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "sharp" with "sharply," which is an adverb.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Maria
is
in
her
small
kitchen
preparing
a
simple
soup
for
her
family
.
She
has
a
sharp
knife
on
the
cutting
board
and
she
is
cutting
tomatoes
carefully
.
While
she
works
,
she
listens
to
a
short
radio
show
that
makes
her
smile
.
Her
brother
calls
to
say
he
will
be
late
,
so
she
turns
the
stove
to
low
heat
and
covers
the
pot
.
When
everything
is
ready
,
she
sets
the
table
and
waits
calmly
for
them
to
arrive
.
Common Phrases
sharp knife
sharp mind
sharp turn
Synonyms
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