noun
sharpness
Sharpness (noun) means the quality of having a fine edge or point. Example: “The chef tested the sharpness of the blade with his thumb.”
noun
1
The quality of having a fine edge or point.
"The chef tested the sharpness of the blade with his thumb."
2
Clarity or focus, especially of an image.
"Increase the sharpness setting to make the photo look crisper."
3
Mental keenness or acuteness.
"Her sharpness in debate made her hard to argue against."
How to use sharpness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHow sharp, crisp, or mentally keen something or someone is.
Common pairings
image sharpness
mental sharpness
sharpness of a blade
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Word forms
- Plural
- sharpnesses
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Etymology
From Old English sċearpnes, from sharp plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.
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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.
