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SHARP-WORDED

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 Dictionary entry overview: What does sharp-worded mean? 

SHARP-WORDED (adjective)
  The adjective SHARP-WORDED has 1 sense:

1. harshplay

  Familiarity information: SHARP-WORDED used as an adjective is very rare.


 Dictionary entry details 


SHARP-WORDED (adjective)


Sense 1

Meaning:

Harsh

Synonyms:

sharp; sharp-worded; tart

Context example:

a tart remark

Similar:

unpleasant (offensive or disagreeable; causing discomfort or unhappiness)


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