Oafishness and Sharpness
Opposite meaning words
Oafishness
Oafishness noun - The quality or state of lacking intelligence or quickness of mind.
Usage example: the oafishness of the investigators, who missed clues and mishandled physical evidence, is the reason why that crime was never solved
Sharpness is an antonym for oafishness.
Sharpness
Sharpness noun - Exceptional discernment and judgment especially in practical matters.
Usage example: possesses a political sharpness that most campaign managers would envy
Oafishness is an antonym for sharpness.
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