Definitions of sharply:

  • adverb:   in a well delineated manner
    Example: "The new style of Minoan pottery was sharply defined"
  • adverb:   changing suddenly in direction and degree
    Example: "The road twists sharply after the light"
  • adverb:   in an aggressive manner
    Example: "She was being sharply questioned"
  • adverb:   very suddenly and to a great degree
    Example: "Prices rose sharply"