Sharp statue design (6)
I believe the answer is:
astute
'sharp' is the definition.
(synonyms)
'statue design' is the wordplay.
'design' indicates an anagram.
'statue' with letters rearranged gives 'ASTUTE'.
(Other definitions for astute that I've seen before include "Wise" , "Shrewd and clever" , "Sharp-witted" , "intelligent" , "Subtle" .)