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acuteness vs sharpness

sharpness vs acuteness

acuteness and sharpness both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
acuteness Yes No No No
sharpness Yes No No No
As nouns, sharpness is a hypernym of acuteness; that is, sharpness is a word with a broader meaning than acuteness:
  • acuteness: the quality of having a sharp edge or point
  • sharpness: thinness of edge or fineness of point
Other hypernyms of acuteness include keenness.
As nouns, acuteness and sharpness are synonyms defined as:
  • acuteness and sharpness: a quick and penetrating intelligence
Other synonyms of acuteness include acuity, keenness.
acuteness (noun) sharpness (noun)
the quality of having a sharp edge or point harshness of manner
a quick and penetrating intelligence thinness of edge or fineness of point
a sensitivity that is keen and highly developed a strong odor or taste property
the quality of being sharp and clear
the attribute of urgency in tone of voice
the quality of being keenly and painfully felt
a quick and penetrating intelligence
Difference between acuteness and sharpness

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