sharper

[ shahr-per ]

noun

, Slang.

1. a shrewd swindler.
2. a professional gambler.

sharper

/ ˈʃɑːpə /

noun

1. a person who cheats or swindles; fraud

Word History and Origins

Origin of sharper¹

First recorded in 1560–70; sharp + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Maiava looked even sharper the next time the Trojans touched the ball, as he completed five passes in a row, the last of which Kyron Hudson pulled down for a 12-yard score.

From Los Angeles Times

This latest development will only bring the entire debate into sharper relief.

From BBC

But New Zealand, who have played nine Tests - including the Rugby Championship - since Ireland's last outing, looked sharper and more cohesive, and would have been frustrated with only a three-point half-time lead.

From BBC

But the contours of the central contest feel sharper now.

From BBC

“You could tell he had a much sharper sense for baseball. Everybody knew Ohtani was different.”

From Los Angeles Times