sharp vs sharply

sharply vs sharp

sharp is a noun but sharply is not a noun.

sharp is an adjective but sharply is not an adjective.

sharp and sharply both are adverbs.

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

As adverbs, sharp and sharply are synonyms defined as:

sharp and sharply: changing suddenly in direction and degree

Other synonyms of sharp include acutely.

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

sharp (adjective)	sharply (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)	sharply (adverb)
changing suddenly in direction and degree	in an aggressive manner
	in a well delineated manner
	changing suddenly in direction and degree
	very suddenly and to a great degree

Difference between sharp and sharply

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