Smartness: meaning, definitions and examples

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smartness

 

[ หˆsmษ‘หrtnษ™s ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

intelligence

Smartness refers to the quality of being intelligent or clever. It is the ability to think quickly, make good decisions, and solve problems effectively.

Synonyms

cleverness, intelligence, wisdom.

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Word Description / Examples
smartness

Used to describe being stylish, quick-witted, or efficient in practical situations.

  • Her smartness in dress always impresses her colleagues.
  • His smartness in responding to questions made him stand out in the interview.
intelligence

Refers to the ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills, often in academic or cognitive tasks.

  • Her high intelligence was evident in her groundbreaking research.
  • Artificial intelligence is changing the way we interact with technology.
cleverness

Describes someone who is quick to understand, learn, or devise solutions, often in an ingenious or crafty way.

  • Her cleverness helped the team solve the complex puzzle in no time.
  • The mischievous boy's cleverness got him out of trouble many times.
wisdom

Implies having deep understanding and experience, often related to making well-judged decisions.

  • His wisdom in handling difficult situations earned him great respect.
  • The elder's wisdom was sought after by everyone in the village.

Examples of usage

  • She impressed everyone with her smartness during the meeting.
  • His smartness in finding a solution to the problem saved the day.
Context #2 | Noun

fashion

Smartness can also refer to being stylish or well-dressed. It is often used in the context of fashion to describe a person who dresses elegantly or in a sophisticated manner.

Synonyms

elegance, sophistication, stylishness.

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smartness

Smartness refers to the quality of being intelligent or quick-witted. It is often used in contexts involving cognitive abilities or cleverness.

  • Her smartness helped her solve the complex puzzle in no time
  • His smartness in business negotiations is well known
stylishness

Stylishness refers to fashion and current trends. It is used in talking about appearance, especially when someone looks trendy and chic.

  • Her stylishness is always noticed at any event
  • The new collection emphasizes stylishness and comfort
elegance

Elegance is about gracefulness and refined beauty in appearance, manner, or style. It is used when describing someone or something that is tastefully luxurious and simple.

  • The elegance of the ballroom left everyone in awe
  • Her elegance in handling difficult situations is admirable
sophistication

Sophistication indicates a level of refinement, culture, and complexity. It is used to describe people, tastes, or ideas that are advanced and polished.

  • The sophistication of their technology is astounding
  • He carries himself with a certain sophistication that is hard to match

Examples of usage

  • She always maintains a sense of smartness in her attire.
  • The dress code for the event is smartness and elegance.

Translations

Translations of the word "smartness" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น inteligรชncia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคคเฅเคฐเคพเคˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Intelligenz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kecerdasan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะพะทัƒะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ inteligencja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็Ÿฅๆ€ง (ใกใ›ใ„)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท intelligence

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ inteligencia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท zeka

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง€๋Šฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฐูƒุงุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ inteligence

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ inteligencia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ชๆ˜Ž (cลngmรญng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ inteligenca

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ greind

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐา›ั‹ะปะดั‹ะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒ”แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zษ™ka

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ inteligencia

Etymology

The word 'smartness' originated from the Old English word 'smeart', meaning quick or prompt. Over time, it evolved to encompass various meanings related to intelligence and fashion. The concept of smartness has been valued throughout history, with societies recognizing the importance of intelligence and style.

See also: outsmart, smart, smarter, smartwatch, smartypants.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,716, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.