ultrasharp

adjective

Definition of ultrasharpnext
as in sharpened

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Recent Examples of ultrasharp An ultrasharp conductive tip (in this case, made of gold) is positioned less than 1 nanometer from the specimen, which scans the surface. — IEEE Spectrum, 23 Oct. 2023 Their players’ medical records are a tempting target for opponents—or gamblers—looking for leverage, while their on-field signs can be stolen with real-time ultrasharp video. — Dan Weil, WSJ, 7 Sep. 2022 Such ultrasharp phase switching with giant changes in entropy could be applied in future refrigeration technologies, the team explained. — Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025 On February 25, in the heart of Milan, Bella Hadid unveiled an ultrasharp casual silhouette. — Chloé Versabeau, Glamour, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ultrasharp
  1. edged
  2. ground
  3. sharp
  4. edgy
  5. pointed
  6. jagged
  7. spiky
  8. keen
Adjective
  • Putting heavy or edged objects atop the cord may damage or pinch it, potentially causing short circuits.
    — Matthew Korfhage, WIRED, 24 Mar. 2025
  • Then came a raw-edged denim skirt from Miaou, which was as thigh-grazing as that viral Miu Miu micro skirt from the spring 2022 collection.
    — Alice Cary, Vogue, 25 Jan. 2023
Definition of edged
Adjective
  • Colloidal oatmeal is made from ground whole oats, which creates a powdery texture, to treat atopic dermatitis and psoriasis flares.
    — Lauren Manaker MS, Health, 22 May 2026
  • CoffeeGeek’s analysis found K-Cups can cost the equivalent of $21 to $43 per pound, while quality whole beans run $9 to $22 — and whole beans stay fresh far longer than pre-ground.
    — Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 20 May 2026
Definition of ground
Adjective
  • In addition to the sharp shape, the coffee brown shade gives the bag a more elevated feel.
    — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 6 July 2026
  • During male puberty, rising testosterone drives the cartilage to grow forward and meet at a sharper angle, while simultaneously lengthening the vocal folds and vocal tract housed just behind it.
    — Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of sharp
Adjective
  • Yes, leather flats can be edgy, too—and this strappy option is proof.
    — Caitlyn Fitzpatrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026
  • The 41st annual Fragrance Foundation Awards, hosted a year later, brought out an edgier energy in Swift.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 2 July 2026
Definition of edgy
Adjective
  • Siamese, Ragdoll and Birman cats typically have a pointed coat.
    — Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 5 July 2026
  • They can even be dressed up with a pair of slingback heels, especially a pointed-toe pair that gives the illusion of legs for days.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 4 July 2026
Definition of pointed
Adjective
  • The slightest details, or the smallest bits of structure, are what stick out—what can feel like an amorphous ooze of nothingness suddenly snaps into place thanks to a rhythmic rattle or jagged vocal sample.
    — Andrew Ryce, Pitchfork, 6 July 2026
  • Look at the jagged lines, the geometric shapes, the neon colour schemes, the tall collars, the billowing short sleeves.
    — Jack Lang, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Definition of jagged
Adjective
  • Still, even with the Justice Department approving the WBD merger late last week without any concessions, the Paramount Skydance’s CEO’s happy face masked some spikey obstacles to the merger from overseas and in state houses over Ellison’s strategic bear hug with the ex-Apprentice host.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 15 June 2026
  • This will be a bumper quarter for oil and gas shareholders, who have always learned to stick it out through the doldrums for spikey periods like this.
    — Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Definition of spiky
Adjective
  • He is usually reserved but has a pleasant personality and a keen sense of humor.
    — Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
  • The Athletic reported in April that Everton are keen for Grealish to return to the club this summer, having returned to Manchester City.
    — Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 4 July 2026
Definition of keen

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“Ultrasharp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ultrasharp. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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