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 Synonyms for sharp-witted
  1. smart
  2. intelligent
  3. astute
  4. clever
  5. shrewd
  6. quick
  7. brilliant
  8. fast
Adjective
  • Project Sid departs from this model, showing how AI civilizations could scale to address real-world challenges, such as optimizing supply chains, designing smarter cities, exploring social dynamics, or even managing healthcare systems.
    Jason Snyder, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
  • If another Fiesta Bowl victory awaits the Broncos, Madsen will need to connect on those one or two play-action opportunities when Jeanty freezes the safeties, and make the smart, safe plays that hold on to the ball and keep drives alive.
    Justin Williams, The Athletic, 29 Dec. 2024
Definition of smart
Adjective
  • For businesses in the scientific fields, applications using super intelligent AI will leverage that technology to speed up research and development and create better products.
    Gene Marks, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
  • The referees have to be intelligent and the first moment was difficult.
    Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of intelligent
Adjective
  • Burnett had a prime role in elevating Trump as a primetime fixture as the star of The Apprentice, as the real estate developer was presented to the public as a wildly successful entrepreneur with astute instincts for spotting talent.
    Ted Johnson, Deadline, 21 Dec. 2024
  • Through a rich heritage, carefully crafted brand strategies and astute business acumen, Montblanc has built an enduring legacy of distinction.
    Fairchild Studio, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of astute
Adjective
  • Walz’s work relies on manipulating online databases, but, like the work of MSCHF, his most clever projects bleed into the real world.
    Kyle Chayka, The New Yorker, 18 Dec. 2024
  • For port days, there are shore excursions that cater to families, and the rooms have several clever arrangements like a bunk that comes out of the ceiling.
    Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of clever
Adjective
  • The Kraken pounced quickly and have made a shrewd gamble here.
    Shayna Goldman, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Wang, a shrewd negotiator, is known for taking her time before striking deals.
    Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of shrewd
Adjective
  • Reviewers love HelloFresh’s wide assortment of plans and preference options, which covers quick and easy meals, family-friendly, veggie, and more.
    Sara Coughlin, SELF, 23 Dec. 2024
  • If anxiety still comes flooding back at night, Brown recommends keeping a journal by your bed to jot down a quick note or reminder about whatever is troubling you.
    Jamie Ducharme, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of quick
Adjective
  • Sherwood then iced the game with a brilliant defensive play while protecting the late 2-0 lead.
    Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Waning crescent moon, Venus and Regulus Those on the East Coast who look up and to the east Sept. 19 about 45 minutes before sunrise will see a crescent moon, Venus and brilliant star Regulus aligned.
    Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of brilliant
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  • Overweight or obese cats are more exposed to the risk of diseases like cancer, diabetes mellitus, heart disease, hypertension, osteoarthritis and faster degeneration of affected joints, and urinary bladder stones, as well as anesthetic complications.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This fast, compact, and durable external (solid state) drive offers up to 4TB of storage capacity, and is designed for active creators who need plenty of storage and instant access to their material on the go, with the security of a water/dust-resistant build⁵ that matches their lifestyle.
    Outside Online, Outside Online, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of fast
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