smartness

noun

Definition of smartnessnext
1
as in elegance

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2
as in intelligence

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  1. elegance
  2. intelligence
  3. style
  4. intellect
  5. brightness
  6. chic
  7. brilliance
  8. wit
Noun
  • Erivo’s creation featured an abstract print that embodies casual elegance.
    Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 10 Jan. 2025
  • This British brand’s collection honors wisdom, elegance, adaptability and intelligence, which are attributed to the snake in the Chinese zodiac.
    Ty Gaskins, WWD, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of elegance
Noun
  • Trump's selection of Gabbard has drawn scrutiny over her lack of a background in intelligence, along with her views on Russia, recently deposed Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad and other U.S. adversaries.
    Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 12 Jan. 2025
  • Contributor Artificial intelligence has quickly moved from a buzzword in tech circles to a vital part of everyday life.
    Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
Definition of intelligence
Noun
  • Scott also notes that the prevailing trend will often be the styles gaining popularity globally.
    Joyce Onuorah, Essence, 14 Jan. 2025
  • The ensuing preview features a wild mash-up of visual styles, from trippy digital collage to dancing AI bubble people, photo montage, found footage, nature visuals and animation.
    Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 14 Jan. 2025
Definition of style
Noun
  • Foreman theater answered this call by creating dreamscapes that eluded our intellect’s mania for control.
    Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Hubert began gifting his fellow Orc with temporary intellect, which nearly caused an uprising amongst his clansmen.
    Kazuma Hashimoto, Rolling Stone, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of intellect
Noun
  • Corsair says the monitor can hit 350 nits of brightness.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 12 Jan. 2025
  • Ambient lighting can help set the mood, create a comfortable brightness level, and provide visibility throughout a large space.
    Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2025
Definition of brightness
Noun
  • Country club chic is a perennially popular look for fashion.
    Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2025
  • Find it on Amazon This Asymmetrical Top With a High-Low Design Boho chic is a trend that everyone is hopping on, and this asymmetrical top is a stunning way to pull it off.
    Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of chic
Noun
  • And anyone can acknowledge the author’s brilliance.
    Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 13 Jan. 2025
  • The gold reflects the enduring nature of existence, while the diamonds symbolize the moments of brilliance and joy that make life precious.
    Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
Definition of brilliance
Noun
  • The key to all usage of generative AI is to stay on your toes, keep your wits about you, and always challenge and double-check anything the AI emits.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Her brand of self-deprecation, brutal honesty and sharp wit has elevated her to stardom and changed her life.
    Ali Lerman, Los Angeles Times, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of wit
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