sharp-sighted

[ shahrp-sahy-tid ]

adjective

1. having keen sight.
2. having or showing mental acuteness.

sharp-sighted

adjective

1. having keen vision; sharp-eyed

Derived Forms

• ˌsharp-ˈsightedness, noun
• ˌsharp-ˈsightedly, adverb

Other Words From

• sharp-sighted·ly adverb
• sharp-sighted·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of sharp-sighted¹

First recorded in 1565–75

Example Sentences

I’ve read the book several times since then, and while it is filled with Lurie’s funny, sharp-sighted appraisals of academics, I never noticed a single moment that seemed pointed, bitter or vengeful.

From Los Angeles Times

But when it comes to the sources of Angel’s pain, Ms. Spiro’s sharp-sighted scrutiny softens like eyes that have slipped — mercifully — out of focus.

From New York Times

Buffett is known as the "Oracle of Omaha" for his sharp-sighted investments, and has a reputation for propriety.

From Reuters

Chapters are heavy with engrossing and sometimes surprising details of Dylan’s most potent works and cringe-worthy missteps during this time, all told in the Scottish journalist’s sharp-sighted, biting style.

From Washington Times

And yet--in front there lay a mist which even sharp-sighted Agla� was unable to penetrate.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• astute
• brainy
• intelligent
• perceptive
• shrewd