Synonyms for

Sharpen

Verb / ˈʃɑ:rpʌn / Another word for sharpen — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to make something sharp or sharper

Synonyms & similar words

point focalise taper focus focalize dull flatten heighten soften blur hone grind file whet strop edge polish shave buff chisel furbish glaze lacerate point scrape sculpt serrate steel trim tune

Example sentences

  1. I always sharpen my knives before I start cooking.
  2. My dad sharpened the lawnmower blades so they would cut the grass better.
  3. The teacher asked us to sharpen our pencils before taking the test.
  4. The barber needs to sharpen his scissors.
  5. I use a special tool to sharpen my ice skates.

Quotes

  • The more you sharpen your knife, the less you need to cut.
  • If you want to go fast, sharpen your axe.
  • The pencil sharpener is about as far as I have got in inventing something that stays put.

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