sharpness
11 synonyms and 2 antonyms for sharpness, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The quality of having a fine edge or point.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use sharpness
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
image sharpness
mental sharpness
sharpness of a blade
Etymology
From Old English sċearpnes, from sharp plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.
Full origin of sharpness →Frequently asked questions
What does “sharpness” mean?
The word “sharpness” means the quality of having a fine edge or point. In plain terms, how sharp, crisp, or mentally keen something or someone is.
How do you use “sharpness” in a sentence?
Here is “sharpness” used in a sentence: “The chef tested the sharpness of the blade with his thumb.”
What is another word for “sharpness”?
Words with a similar meaning to “sharpness” include clarity, distinctness, focus, acuteness and acuity.
What part of speech is “sharpness”?
“Sharpness” is a noun.
Where does the word “sharpness” come from?
The word “sharpness” comes from Old English. From Old English sċearpnes, from sharp plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.
How many meanings does “sharpness” have?
“Sharpness” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the quality of having a fine edge or point.
