sharp

Definition

  • noun: a musical note that is one semitone higher than a specified note
  • noun: one that is sharp
  • verb: to raise (as a musical tone) in pitch
  • adjective: having a thin edge that is able to cut things or a fine point that is able to make a hole in things
  • adjective: adapted to cutting or piercing
  • used of an interval in music
  • synonyms: acrid, tart, piercing

Examples

  • a 'sharp' image/picture/photograph [=an image/picture/photograph in which the small details can be clearly seen]

  • a 'sharp' break from tradition [=a sudden change from the traditional way of doing things]

  • A 'sharp-eyed' [='perceptive'] reader will notice the book's repeating themes.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - Bye. Hi, Yvonne. No, he can't hear me. He's too far. He can't hear us, Yvonne. Ok. We'll be home at sharp. Yes, we'll be on time. Bye, Yvonne. - What's up? She's freaking out? - Yeah. It's your surprise birthday again. (..)
    2011 The Intouchables
  • (..) Hi. Let's go. Just so you know, he's had a rough night. Just like you, apparently. The day starts at a.m. sharp with the nurse. He needs to hours of care every morning. I'm warning you. Most people give up after a week. (..)
    2011 The Intouchables