Synonyms for

Smarter

Verb / ˈsmɑ:rtɜ: / Another word for smarter — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having or showing intelligence or mental capacity above average

Synonyms & similar words

overbold stupid chic fresh wise impertinent saucy bright smart impudent sassy voguish clever intelligent bright sharp astute quick-witted brainy genius wise perceptive knowledgeable able capable competent proficient skillful talented gifted cleverer smarter

Synonyms by register

Formal

more astute more discerning more perceptive more sagacious

Informal

brainier wiser sharper more clued-in

Literary

more sapient more perspicacious

Antonyms

duller stupider less intelligent dimmer obtuser foolish

Common collocations

  • much smarter
  • way smarter
  • even smarter
  • smarter than
  • smarter person
  • smarter choice
  • smarter move

Word family

noun smartness
adjective smart
adverb smartly

Usage note

Smarter is the comparative form of the adjective 'smart'. It is commonly used to compare intelligence or cleverness between two entities.

Example sentences

  1. She is getting smarter with every passing day.
  2. The boy was smarter than his sister in math.
  3. She is smarter than him when it comes to science.
  4. He thought he was smarter than everyone else, but he was wrong.
  5. I need to work harder to become smarter in my studies.

Quotes

  • I have become smarter and more humble in the face of things I don't know.
  • I'm constantly learning and growing, and I find myself becoming smarter and wiser as I age.
  • I used to think I was smarter than everyone else, but then I realized I was just arrogant.

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words