sharp vs double sharp

double sharp vs sharp

sharp and double sharp both are nouns.

sharp is an adjective but double sharp is not an adjective.

sharp is an adverb but double sharp is not an adverb.

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

As nouns, double sharp is a hyponym of sharp; that is, double sharp is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than sharp:

sharp: a musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named
double sharp: a musical notation of two sharps in front of a note indicating that it is to be raised by two semitones

sharp (noun)	double sharp (noun)
a long thin sewing needle with a sharp point	a musical notation of two sharps in front of a note indicating that it is to be raised by two semitones
a musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named

sharp (adjective)	double sharp (adjective)
having or made by a thin edge or sharp point; suitable for cutting or piercing
(of a musical note) raised in pitch by one chromatic semitone
keenly and painfully felt; as if caused by a sharp edge or point
(of something seen or heard) clearly defined
quick and forceful
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)	double sharp (adverb)
changing suddenly in direction and degree

Difference between sharp and double sharp

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