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as in clever
having or showing quickness of mind a smart child who will do well in school

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verb

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noun

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Recent Examples of smart
Adjective
The stand has a sleek design made from thin but sturdy fiberglass, pieced together in a smart-looking Z-shape. Thomas Hindle, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Apr. 2022 No smart-shaming allowed here. Neil Senturia, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Mar. 2022
Verb
Amazon is also looking beyond Alexa or Echo smart speakers for opportunities in device growth. Annie Palmer, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2025 This limited run has a transparent shell so that astrophotographers can observe the inner workings of a smart telescope in action. Harry Bennett, Space.com, 30 Sep. 2025
Noun
Only then can smart cities fulfill their promise of making urban life safer, healthier, and more sustainable. Chuck Brooks, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025 The study, led by professor Hyoungjeen Jeen at Pusan National University in South Korea with co-author professor Hiromichi Ohta from Hokkaido University in Japan, highlights potential applications ranging from more efficient fuel cells to smart thermal devices and energy-saving windows. Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 17 Aug. 2025
Adverb
Tyler Andrew Riddle dripped with charisma and smarts. Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 6 Sep. 2025 Of course this is just a huge cast but this edition is dominated by Dockery’s Mary, navigating being in the eye of a storm but also showing dignity and smarts in the process. Pete Hammond, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for smart
Recent Examples of Synonyms for smart
Adjective
  • Millions grew up less intelligent, more violent, poorer, and more likely to die from heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure.
    Tom Frieden, Big Think, 30 Sep. 2025
  • But there were circumstances that could allow the highly intelligent Leland to have a better life.
    Janelle Griffith, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • From the cool, dank blue-gray tones of Maria’s basement to the clever signage that adorns the schoolroom walls, the production mechanics work to pull viewers further into this high stakes character study.
    Holly Jones, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025
  • Adding a daybed in gingham, especially one done up in the coastal blue Perennials upholstery that winks at Dorothy’s iconic dress, is a clever way to play up the timeless print when brainstorming a new bedroom furniture layout.
    Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • His colleagues and friends describe the pediatric cardiologist as witty and vibrant, known for his distinctive laugh and his ability to make everyone feel like a close friend.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 26 Sep. 2025
  • More stories surely lurk within these labyrinthine hallways, and there could be no wittier, more charismatic guide than del Toro, who strolls and even dances through the movie with Zen grace.
    Justin Chang, New Yorker, 26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Her blonde hair was parted at the side and tucked low in an elegant bun in the back.
    Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025
  • The elegant car, original down to the paint, is a legacy that will be passed on to her daughter.
    Laura Lane, USA Today, 27 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • In 2019, Scio refashioned the 48-room property, which includes a centuries-old, unfinished watchtower, into a stylish resort with modern sensibilities.
    Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 29 Sep. 2025
  • The look is just one of the latest stylish outfits that Jenner has sported on Instagram.
    Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Rumors about the Only Murders in the Building star's nuptials with Benny Blanco being this weekend turned out to be 100-percent true, and as soon as a few beautiful photos of the cute couple were green-lighted to be shared with the eager public, fans were double-tapping with tears in their eyes.
    Marci Robin, Allure, 27 Sep. 2025
  • The set comes in moody neutrals like gray, indigo, cream, and white, and even arrives in a cute storage tote.
    Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Fabiana Filippi The intellectually sophisticated references behind Fabiana Filippi’s spring 2026 collection hinged on work of master photographers Vivian Maier, Arne Svenson and Luigi Ghirri, perfectly shown in the ultra-refined, textured daywear.
    Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025
  • There were also more relaxed but sophisticated looks, such as the tunics and coats with mandarin collars.
    Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Paul’s assistance doesn’t hurt.
    Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 25 Sep. 2025
  • One Battle After Another is full of pointed little moments like that, details that are at first funny — Lockjaw’s too-tight shirts, a group of separatists’ badly done face tattoos — but ultimately convey contempt for people who wield their power exclusively to hurt others.
    Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2025

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“Smart.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smart. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.

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