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sharpness.

the cutting ability of an edge; keenness.

9 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. the cutting ability of an edge; keenness.

    uncountable
  2. the fineness of the point a pointed object.

    uncountable
  3. The product or result of being sharp.

    countable
  4. pungency or acidity.

    countable · uncountable
  5. distinctness, focus.

    countable · uncountable
  6. acuteness or acuity.

    countable · uncountable
  7. edge or blade

    countable · obsolete · uncountable
Where this word comes from

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

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Last enriched 2026-09-10. Definitions are in English. Romanizations are shown when supplied by the source; syllable estimates are omitted for unsupported scripts.