sharply

== English == === Etymology === From Middle English sharply, scharply, from Old English sċearplīċe (“sharply, smartly”), equivalent to sharp +‎ -ly. === Pronunciation === (General American) IPA(key): /ˈʃɑɹpli/ (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈʃɑːpli/ === Adverb === sharply (comparative sharplier or more sharply, superlative sharpliest or most sharply) In a sharp manner, in various senses. So as to terminate in a sharp point or edge. Rapidly, abruptly. (to describe breathing) Suddenly and intensely like a gasp, but typically as the result of an emotional reaction. Precisely, accurately. Quickly and alertly. Of speech, sternly, harshly or critically. Stylishly, smartly. So as to form a sharp, or tight, angle. Steeply; precipitously. Piercingly; keenly; severely; painfully. In an intellectually alert and penetrating manner. In a strongly distinguishing or differentiating manner; acutely. ==== Translations ====