- present tense form of smart (3rd person singular).
smarts
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Now coach Thomas Randolph is looking to utilize his athleticism and smarts as a receiver.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2026
New Zealand's smarts initially defused the fire and fury inside the cauldron, however.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026
Americans are abandoning the belief that smarts and effort are the best ways to get ahead in life, according to new research, underscoring the pessimism many people have about their chances at financial success.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 28, 2026
Because the generative-AI smarts will just be there, through a “Hey Siri” or a swipe down from the top, Siri AI will open the door for anyone who hasn’t bothered to download ChatGPT or Claude.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 9, 2026
Dasch detected a shrewdness in Haupt, and street smarts.
From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple
