Definitions and Examples of sharp, pointed, intense
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having a thin edge or point that can cut or pierce easily; keenly perceptive or intelligent.
Example
The sharp knife sliced through the meat with ease.
Having a tapering or sharp tip; expressing criticism or sarcasm in a direct manner.
Example
The pointed remarks made by the speaker offended some members of the audience.
Having a high degree of strength or concentration; showing strong emotions or feelings.
Example
The intense heat of the sun made it hard to stay outside for long.
Key Differences: sharp vs pointed vs intense
- 1Sharp refers to a thin edge or point that can cut or pierce easily, while blunted means the opposite.
- 2Pointed describes something with a tapering or sharp tip, or language that is critical or sarcastic, while blunted means the opposite.
- 3Intense means having a high degree of strength or concentration, or showing strong emotions or feelings, while blunted means the opposite.
Effective Usage of sharp, pointed, intense
- 1Describing Objects: Use sharp and pointed to describe objects with thin edges or tips.
- 2Expressing Criticism: Use pointed to express criticism or sarcasm in a direct manner.
- 3Describing Emotions: Use intense to describe strong emotions or feelings.
Remember this!
The antonyms of blunted are sharp, pointed, and intense. These words have opposite meanings to blunted, which means to make something less sharp or intense. Use these words to describe objects, express criticism, or describe strong emotions or feelings.
