Sharp is valid Scrabble Word

Definitions for SHARP in dictionary:

VERB:
• to raise in music by a semitone
• raise the pitch of (a note).
• cheat or swindle (someone), especially at cards
• To a point or edge; piercingly; eagerly; sharply.
• Precisely; exactly; as, we shall start at ten o\'clock sharp.
• To sharpen.
• To raise above the proper pitch; to elevate the tone of; especially, to raise a half step, or semitone, above the natural tone.
• To play tricks in bargaining; to act the sharper.
• To sing above the proper pitch.
• make sharp
NOUN:
• a musical note raised a semitone above natural pitch.
• the sign ♯, indicating a sharp.
• a long, sharply pointed needle used for general sewing.
• a thing with a sharp edge, such as a blade or a fragment of glass
• a swindler or cheat.
• A sharp tool or weapon.
• The character [/] used to indicate that the note before which it is placed is to be raised a half step, or semitone, in pitch.
• A sharp tone or note.
• A portion of a stream where the water runs very rapidly.
• A sewing needle having a very slender point; a needle of the most pointed of the three grades, blunts, betweens, and sharps.
• Same as Middlings, 1.
• An expert.
• a musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named
• a long thin sewing needle with a sharp point
• the sign ♯, indicating a sharp.
• symbol raising a note one semitone above natural pitch
ADVERB:
• precisely (used after an expression of time)
• in a sudden or abrupt way
• above the true or normal pitch of musical sound
• changing suddenly in direction and degree
• promptly
ADJECTIVE:
• keen, acute
• (of an object) having an edge or point that is able to cut or pierce something
• tapering to a point or edge
• (of sand or gravel) composed of angular grains.
• producing a sudden, piercing physical sensation or effect
• (of a food, taste, or smell) acidic and intense
• (of a sound) sudden and penetrating
• (of words or a speaker) critical or hurtful
• (of an emotion or experience) felt acutely or intensely; painful
• distinct in outline or detail; clearly defined
• (of an action or change) sudden and marked
• (of a bend, angle, or turn) making a sudden change of direction
• having or showing speed of perception, comprehension, or response
• quick to take advantage, especially in an unscrupulous or dishonest way
• (of musical sound) above true or normal pitch.
• (of a note) a semitone higher than a specified note
• (of a key) having a sharp or sharps in the signature.
• (of clothes or their wearer) smart and stylish
• having a keen cutting edge or fine point
• (of something seen or heard) clearly defined
• ending in a sharp point
• having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
• marked by practical hardheaded intelligence
• harsh
• having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones
• extremely steep
• keenly and painfully felt; as if caused by a sharp edge or point
• having or made by a thin edge or sharp point; suitable for cutting or piercing
• (of a musical note) raised in pitch by one chromatic semitone
• very sudden and in great amount or degree
• quick and forceful
OTHER DEFINITIONS:
• suitable for or capable of cutting or piercing
• to raise in pitch, as a musical tone

Words related to SHARP

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Words that contain SHARP

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How to use SHARP in a sentence

• Suddenly the sharp commands of officers are heard in front and to the left.
• We were aware of this, and kept a sharp look-out, being prepared all the time to receive them.
• General Carr had instructed the command that when they entered the village, they must keep a sharp look out for white women, as he was confident the Indians had some captives.
• The voices were hushed, the feet halted in the hall, and then there was a sharp knock on the door.
• But I have this comfort, that no sharp words passed my lips that day, and no bitter ones his.
• It would be dangerous now for me to appear, and I doubt not that a sharp hue and cry will be kept up.
• If one of the individual portraits has sharp outlines, or if it is unlike the rest, or if the illumination is temporarily strong, it will assert itself unduly in the result.
• He was in a quivering agony of sharp, burning pain, but he could neither move nor speak.
• As the canvas screen fell over him the sharp report of the rifle-firing was suddenly and grandly dominated by the roar of cannon.
• Our guardian angel, on the contrary, will often rouse us by a sharp and awakening blow.
• The sharp click of the springing steel, as the pan was thrown open, now fully aroused Lucy to that consciousness which had been only partial in the greater part of this dialogue.
• She thrust her sharp haughty nose into the air like an offended lady, and started up the bank after that information bureau.
• A minute later the sharp crack of rifles was heard in the rear, and the sheriff and two men rushed in that direction, while Vincent and the other lay watching the door.
• Even to this day, in all the lanes around, may be seen the walls composed of sharp, grey, jagged stones, over which is creeping a covering of soft golden moss.
• Though Courtenay did not allow ten seconds to pass without a glance at the charming face by his side, he, nevertheless, had a sharp eye for events elsewhere.
• After a sharp action, he was totally routed, and flying with a few horse, escaped to Bristol.
• The long lazy roll of the sea changed and sharp, snapping waves continually broke over him.
• Just before Coxon set sail, he asked Bartholomew Sharp to accompany him.
• I expected a sharp rebuke for my idleness, and went with a beating heart.
• It has five feet, one of them being in the middle of its belly, and each foot is armed with five sharp claws.

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