Meaning & Definition of word "Sharper"
Sharper
/ˈʃɑːrpər/
adjective:
- 1. having a thin edge or point that is able to cut or pierce something.
- Example: He used a sharper knife to slice the vegetables more easily.
- 2. having a stronger or more intense quality.
- Example: The sharper taste of the cheese made it stand out in the dish.
- 3. mentally acute or perceptive; quick to notice or understand.
- Example: She has a sharper mind than most people in her field.
comparative adjective:
- 1. more sharp than something else
- Example: This pencil is sharper than the one I was using before.
- 2. in music, refers to a note that is raised in pitch.
- Example: The second note of the scale was sharper, giving the melody a distinct sound.
Etymology
●Middle English, from Old English scearp; related to Old High German skarf.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sharp as a tack:
extremely intelligent or perceptive.
sharper image:
a clearer or more distinct representation.
sharp turn:
a sudden change in direction.
Related Words
sharp:
having an edge or point that is acute; keenly perceptive.
sharpen:
to make or become sharp or sharper.
Slang Meanings of sharper
Meaning: a person who is extremely clever or cunning.
● Example Sentence: That guy is a sharper when it comes to negotiating deals.
Meaning: someone who cheats or swindles.
● Example Sentence: Watch out for the sharpeners at the game; they’ll try to take your money.