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Deep South US
Right smart
Used when emphasizing a significant amount or degree in conversation.
Literal Meaning
'Right' (very) + 'smart' (considerable amount)
Actual Meaning
A good deal
Examples in Context

He put in right smart effort into that project.

That new restaurant is right smart popular around here.

There's right smart traffic on the highway today.

Helpful Tips
  • 1This phrase is often heard in friendly or casual settings, reflecting the warmth of Southern culture.
  • 2People might use 'right smart' to show enthusiasm or to stress a point, so pay attention to the speaker's tone for added meaning.
  • 3Listen for this phrase in conversations about quantity or degree; it often emphasizes how significant something is.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
a good amount
considerable
substantial
plenty
good deal
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