Synonyms of SHARPEST

adjective

1. (of something seen or heard) clearly defined

   • CRISP9
   • SHARP10

2. ending in a sharp point

   • ACUATE8
   • ACUTE7
   • SHARP10
   • NEEDLELIKE15

3. having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

   • ACUTE7
   • DISCRIMINATING20
   • INCISIVE13
   • KEEN8
   • KNIFELIKE20
   • PENETRATING14
   • PENETRATIVE16
   • PIERCING13
   • SHARP10

4. marked by practical hardheaded intelligence

   • ASTUTE6
   • SHARP10
   • SHREWD13

5. harsh

   • SHARP10
   • TART4

   Also: sharp-worded.

6. having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones

   • SHRILL9
   • SHARP10

7. extremely steep

   • ABRUPT10
   • PRECIPITOUS17
   • SHARP10

8. keenly and painfully felt; as if caused by a sharp edge or point

   • SHARP10

9. having or made by a thin edge or sharp point; suitable for cutting or piercing

   • SHARP10

10. (of a musical note) raised in pitch by one chromatic semitone

    • SHARP10

11. very sudden and in great amount or degree

    • SHARP10

12. quick and forceful

    • SHARP10