sharp-witted

adjective

ˈshärp-ˈwi-təd How to pronounce sharp-witted (audio)
Definition of sharp-wittednext
1
as in smart
having or showing a practical cleverness or judgment her sharp-witted questions always cut right to the core of the issue

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2
as in intelligent
having or showing quickness of mind a TV game show that allows sharp-witted contestants to show their stuff

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Recent Examples of sharp-witted Curtis is set to step into the role of Jessica Fletcher, the sharp-witted mystery writer and amateur detective famously portrayed by Angela Lansbury in the original television series. — Staff Author, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026 They’ll be joined by Downton Abbey‘s Julian Ovenden as the suave, sophisticated Dexter Haven, Carly Mercedes Dyer (Anything Goes) as the sharp-witted Liz, Nigel Lindsay (Mobland) as Uncle Willie, and Malcolm Sinclair (Pie in the Sky) as Seth Lord. — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 8 Apr. 2026 Before Uncle Sam, other figures represented the young country, including Yankee Doodle, once a British insult aimed at American colonials, and Brother Jonathan, a sharp-witted embodiment of American common sense. — Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Mar. 2026 Abbington plays Eve, a sharp-witted, slightly off-kilter actress whose obsession with the case pulls her into the investigative orbit and complicates the group dynamic. — Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 16 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sharp-witted
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sharp-witted
  1. smart
  2. intelligent
  3. astute
  4. clever
  5. shrewd
  6. quick
  7. brilliant
  8. fast
Adjective
  • But in recent years the American male seems to have fully embraced white (and off-white) denim, recognizing its versatility as a slightly smarter alternative to the blue jean, and a more casual substitute for chinos.
    — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 27 July 2026
  • Another key segment is military and defense uniforms that feature smart camouflage, heat regulation and real-time vital monitoring for soldiers in rugged environments.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 27 July 2026
Definition of smart
Adjective
  • And — and capitalism is all about intelligent allocation of resources.
    — Alex Crippen, CNBC, 25 July 2026
  • Many autistic individuals are highly intelligent, articulate, and academically successful.
    — Walter Pavlo, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of intelligent
Adjective
  • Both thrived on the back of excellent recruitment and astute coaching, but now comes the challenge of backing it up.
    — Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 22 July 2026
  • As an astute student of soul, Jasmine Rose Wilson has identified a common thread tying together all the different permutations of the music.
    — Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Pitchfork, 14 July 2026
Definition of astute
Adjective
  • Cretton is the rare former indie filmmaker who pushes himself to stage clever action sequences.
    — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026
  • Octopuses are as clever, in their own way, as such famously brainy animals as crows, dolphins or chimpanzees.
    — Cody Cottier, Scientific American, 29 July 2026
Definition of clever
Adjective
  • Project 2025, produced by the Heritage Foundation, was more shrewd.
    — Marc Novicoff, The Atlantic, 24 July 2026
  • Ackman’s misfires, though, have been offset by some prescient investments in the face of black swan events like the subprime mortgage crisis and COVID, cementing his reputation as one of the shrewdest and most daring risk-takers on Wall Street.
    — Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 20 July 2026
Definition of shrewd
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  • Our waiter, Juan, was – as all servers at Papi Steak are – quick to illuminate the kaleidoscopic dish with a pocket flashlight, apparently for documentary purposes.
    — Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • But those numbers are improving at a quicker pace than math scores.
    — Samuel O’Neal July 31, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026
Definition of quick
Adjective
  • The World Cup was brilliant, all those full stadiums and great matches.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • Vega is usually the first to appear, high and brilliant with a slightly blue-white color.
    — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 24 July 2026
Definition of brilliant
Adjective
  • Wi-Fi was quite fast—backed by Starlink—and able to support Zoom calls and remote work.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
  • The Sián’s lightning-fast performance is complemented by equally dramatic looks.
    — Howard Walker, Robb Report, 27 July 2026
Definition of fast

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