Incisive Definition

incisive
adjective
  1. having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions; "an acute observer of politics and politicians"; "incisive comments"; "icy knifelike reasoning"; "as sharp and incisive as the stroke of a fang"; "penetrating insight"; "frequent penetrative observations"
  2. suitable for cutting or piercing; "incisive teeth"

"Incisive" in song lyrics

See how incisive is used in real songs:

  • "With premonitions like Hyrahnomeus, device is incisive"
    Hieroglyphics (featured: Phesto D) — Phesto D

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