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
  • Experience the elegance of a traditional Victorian afternoon tea with samplings, etiquette lessons, and a mansion tour.
    Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 11 Dec. 2024
  • From pendants to match boxes to travel bags— Aerin is an ecosystem of elegance. .
    Ian Malone, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of elegance
Noun
  • This now extends to the American national security and intelligence sectors, where that loss of trust is problematic for a country with enduring global responsibilities and interests.
    Bernard Hudson, National Review, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Pieter Arntz, malware intelligence researcher at Malwarebytes is advising users to upgrade their software now.
    Kate O'Flaherty, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of intelligence
Noun
  • One of the biggest things that shaped Rivera’s success and style as a head coach is his military upbringing, due to being the son of a U.S. Army Warrant Officer.
    DJ Siddiqi, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
  • Vogue Daily newsletter Get essential fashion, style, and tips, in your inbox.
    Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of style
Noun
  • Maybe the judge presiding will have the courage and intellect to break up this cesspool of crime.
    Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
  • His speech emphasized the group’s groundbreaking fusion of jazz and soul within hip-hop, showing that authenticity and intellect could seamlessly blend with coolness.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of intellect
Noun
  • The Geminids are competing with a full moon The Cold Moon, the last full moon of the year, will rise on Saturday and its brightness will outshine some of the shooting stars that are normally visible with the Geminids.
    Chandelis Duster, NPR, 12 Dec. 2024
  • The 28-300mm relies on digital corrections to resolve distortion and deliver consistent brightness across the frame.
    PCMAG, PCMAG, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of brightness
Noun
  • Enjoy 20% off sitewide at Clare V., a brand based in Los Angeles and heavily influenced by Parisian chic.
    Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 2 Dec. 2024
  • From bold color palettes to playful prints, every outfit Emily Cooper and her stylish crew wears is a masterclass in French chic.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of chic
Noun
  • Anderson has also added to the creativity and brilliance of Gibbs-White, with similar, invaluable attributes.
    Paul Taylor, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
  • With his unmatched charisma and comedic brilliance, Toad is destined to be the funniest movie ever.
    Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of brilliance
Noun
  • Dangerous, and often unscripted moments, like the ones described above have happened to a number of motorists across the country in 2024, leaving many to rely on their sheer wit and determination to survive.
    Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Their remarkable wit, talent, and dynamic presence perfectly complement what promises to be an extraordinary series of evenings celebrating our community.
    Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of wit
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