smart
verb (used without object)
to be a source of sharp, local, and usually superficial pain, as a wound.
smarter
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comparativeof smart.comparative
The form of an adjective or adverb indicating a greater degree of a quality.
Example Sentences
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Fortunately, the Bolt’s smarter software makes up for its smaller battery.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026
“Voters are smarter than that. People in the coalition see these tactics and are tired of them too.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 23, 2026
Years later, I’ve become a more confident cook and, I think, a smarter host.
From Salon ● Oct. 20, 2026
But arriving at the future of autonomous robot helpers will require more data, smarter AI models and better hardware.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026
And I learned that I’m even smarter than Luke at some things.
From "Because of Mr. Terupt" by Rob Buyea
