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SHARPNESS

(noun)

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There are 7 meanings of the word Sharpness.

Sharpness - as a noun

A quick and penetrating intelligence

Example: "He argued with great acuteness"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acuity11acuteness11keenness12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
intelligence15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The attribute of urgency in tone of voice

Example: "His voice had an edge to it"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
edge6

A strong odor or taste property

Example: "The pungency of mustard"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bite6pungency16raciness10

The quality of being keenly and painfully felt

Example: "The sharpness of her loss"

Thinness of edge or fineness of point

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
keenness12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
configuration19conformation19contour9form9shape10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
dullness9

The quality of being sharp and clear

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
distinctness15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
clarity12clearness11uncloudedness17
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
softness11

Harshness of manner

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
asperity13
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
dullness9

Example Sentences

"The sharpness of the knife made cutting through the meat effortless."
"The sharpness of her vision allowed her to spot the small details."
"The sharpness of his wit always kept the audience entertained."
"The sharpness of the mountain peaks was breathtaking."
"The sharpness of her criticism left him feeling hurt."
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Word Game Points

Is SHARPNESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sharpness is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SHARPNESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is SHARPNESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sharpness is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SHARPNESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is SHARPNESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sharpness is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHARPNESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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