Synonyms for Incisive
Definition of incisive
adjective
- 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"
- suitable for cutting or piercing; "incisive teeth"
10 synonyms found
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"Incisive" in song lyrics
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"With premonitions like Hyrahnomeus, device is incisive"
Hieroglyphics (featured: Phesto D) — Phesto D