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[ adjective ] having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
Synonyms sharp keen penetrating incisive acute knifelike piercing discriminating Examples "an acute observer of politics and politicians" "incisive comments" "icy knifelike reasoning" "as sharp and incisive as the stroke of a fang" "penetrating insight" Related terms |
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[ adjective ] tending to penetrate; having the power of entering or piercing
Synonyms Examples "a toxic penetrative spray applied to the surface" "a cold penetrating wind" "a penetrating odor" Related terms |
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