sharpness

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a quick and penetrating intelligence
  2. noun the attribute of urgency in tone of voice
  3. noun a strong odor or taste property

Etymology

From Middle English sharpnesse, scharpnesse, from Old English sċearpnes (“sharpness”), equivalent to sharp + -ness.

In classic literature

Synonyms

acuteness, acuity, keenness

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