sharpness
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/ˈʃɑːrpnəs/
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/ˈʃɑːpnəs/
noun
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How clear and distinct something is.
To see the details better, we need to increase the sharpness of the photo.
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Quick thinking or fast reactions.
The athlete's sharpness improved after regular practice.
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Being critical or harsh.
The teacher's sharpness in her feedback helped the student improve.
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A strong, sudden feeling, like a sharp pain.
The patient described the pain as having a sharpness that was hard to bear.
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A strong, slightly bitter taste or smell.
The cheese had a pleasant sharpness that went well with the wine.
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Having a fine edge or point.
The sharpness of the knife made it easy to cut through the vegetables.
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The cold or severe quality of the wind.
The sharpness of the winter wind made it hard to stay outside for long.
translation
How clear and distinct something is.; Quick thinking or fast reactions.; Being critical or harsh.; A strong, sudden feeling, like a sharp pain.; A strong, slightly bitter taste or smell.; Having a fine edge or point.; The cold or severe quality of the wind.
Word Forms
Plural
sharpnesses