sharp vs distinct

distinct vs sharp

sharp is a noun but distinct is not a noun.

sharp and distinct both are adjectives.

sharp is an adverb but distinct is not an adverb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
sharp	Yes	Yes	No	Yes
distinct	No	Yes	No	No

sharp (noun)	distinct (noun)
a long thin sewing needle with a sharp point
a musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named

sharp (adjective)	distinct (adjective)
having or made by a thin edge or sharp point; suitable for cutting or piercing	easy to perceive; especially clearly outlined
(of a musical note) raised in pitch by one chromatic semitone	clearly or sharply defined to the mind
keenly and painfully felt; as if caused by a sharp edge or point	recognizable; marked
(of something seen or heard) clearly defined	(often followed by `from') not alike; different in nature or quality
quick and forceful	constituting a separate entity or part
having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
ending in a sharp point
marked by practical hardheaded intelligence
dangerously steep
very sudden and in great amount or degree
harsh

sharp (adverb)	distinct (adverb)
changing suddenly in direction and degree

Difference between sharp and distinct

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