1
as in bitterness
a harsh or sharp quality
he found that the bland crackers helped cut the sharpness of the cheese
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2
as in chill
an uncomfortable degree of coolness
dress warmly; there's a bit of sharpness in the air today
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as in intelligence
exceptional discernment and judgment especially in practical matters
possesses a political sharpness that most campaign managers would envy
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as in sensitivity
the state or quality of being able to sense slight impressions or differences
possesses the proverbial sharpness of an eagle's eye
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Recent Examples of sharpness
The impression — built around Carlson’s rising incredulity and a jagged, brittle laugh — quickly spread online, earning praise for its sharpness and timing.
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Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 15 May 2026
Smelling salts are thought to stimulate consciousness, a pick-me-up of sorts to boost vivacity and sharpness.
—Jason Jones, New York Times, 15 May 2026
The border collie not only knows how to herd sheep, but also which sheep to herd with patience and which sheep need a bit more sharpness.
—Aditya Simha, The Conversation, 7 May 2026
Publix Sharp Cheddar Cheese Testers found this cheese to be more mild tasting than the others, with a subtle sharpness and savory taste.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 6 May 2026
It's recommended to inspect the lawn mower blades before and after each use to check their sharpness and ensure there isn't any significant damage that needs to be addressed before use.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026
But while Western knives tend to prioritize durability, many Japanese knife steels prioritize high carbon content for better sharpness and edge retention.
—Jesse Raub, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
And then bring all the analytical sharpness and the rigor and the learning to the reaction.
—Lilyanna D'amato, ARTnews.com, 26 Apr. 2026
This is an optical system designed to preserve picture sharpness even at an extreme scale.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2026
Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 15 May 2026
Smelling salts are thought to stimulate consciousness, a pick-me-up of sorts to boost vivacity and sharpness.
—Jason Jones, New York Times, 15 May 2026
The border collie not only knows how to herd sheep, but also which sheep to herd with patience and which sheep need a bit more sharpness.
—Aditya Simha, The Conversation, 7 May 2026
Publix Sharp Cheddar Cheese Testers found this cheese to be more mild tasting than the others, with a subtle sharpness and savory taste.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 6 May 2026
It's recommended to inspect the lawn mower blades before and after each use to check their sharpness and ensure there isn't any significant damage that needs to be addressed before use.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026
But while Western knives tend to prioritize durability, many Japanese knife steels prioritize high carbon content for better sharpness and edge retention.
—Jesse Raub, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
And then bring all the analytical sharpness and the rigor and the learning to the reaction.
—Lilyanna D'amato, ARTnews.com, 26 Apr. 2026
This is an optical system designed to preserve picture sharpness even at an extreme scale.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sharpness
Noun
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Charlotte struggled to surmount her anger and bitterness toward her once-dear sibling.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 May 2026
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This tendency, called marcescence, may have developed a few million years ago to discourage large mammals from browsing on trees in winter due to the bitterness of the tannin-rich leaves surrounding buds.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 May 2026
Noun
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Despite the chill of children, summer came, despite the winter of children, summer came.—
Valzhyna Mort,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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There’s also a chill place to hang post hanging ten, surf-wellness experiences, skateboarding clinics, and e-foiling.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Miguel Díaz Canel’s comments come a day after Axios reported, citing US intelligence, that Havana had acquired hundreds of drones and discussed plans to use them against Washington’s military assets in the region.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
19 May 2026
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Company leadership and investors emphasize that operating physical retail without real-time intelligence in 2026 is equivalent to leaving billions of dollars on the table.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
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Mentor was known for his wisdom and trust-building sensitivity.—
Chip Bell,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Emotional weather systems with tempers, intuition, sensitivity, and something wild in our blood.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 May 2026
Noun
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The stalemate that existed has been broken, and the Republicans now seem likely to obtain a meaningful edge heading into the midterms.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
15 May 2026
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Among the various aspects of the movie that its English title refers to, not least is the unhinged rampage Lina unleashes at a couple of schoolgirls, a gringa loca on the razor’s edge.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Their choreographed debate exploited and skewered stereotypes via expert timing and pointed wit, hitting home with the predominantly Asian and South Asian audience.—
Malina Saval,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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Known for his genial wit, Grover had joined the Office of Strategic Services during World War II before returning to head the Archives in 1948.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Located on the roof of the Hyatt Centric hotel, the bar has curated cocktails, and offers an array of bites from sister restaurant 7th Street Standard on the street level of the hotel, including chicken tandoori lollipops and charred rapini flatbread.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
15 May 2026
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Cucumber Tea Sandwiches and mini quiche bites are easy to grab individually and provide substance to the picnic.—
Kylie Petty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2026
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The platform's legal analytics tools allow attorneys to analyze judicial and attorney behavior, help predict outcomes, and identify strategic insights from historical court data.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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In true Pisces form, Goose serves as a shoulder Maverick can rely on, offering him advice and insight at all times.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Sharpness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sharpness. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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