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sharply

adverb B2
MEANING IN ENGLISH

suddenly and by a large amount; also in a critical or harsh way

suddenly and strongly; in a cutting or intense way

In context

01

Prices rose sharply following the fuel shortage.

02

She reacted sharply to the rude comment.

Synonyms

abruptly,suddenly,quickly

Antonyms

slowly,gently,gradually

Collocations

rise sharply,turn sharply,sharply increase

Sources

Bidyazo vocabulary library ↗