Meaning of incisive in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ɪnˈsaɪsɪv/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    incisive

    Definitions

    1. having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

    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 »
    • « frequent pene »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. very penetrating and clear and sharp in operation

    Examples

    • « an incisive mind »
    • « a keen intelligence »
    • « of sharp and active intellect »

    Synonyms

  3. 3. suitable for cutting or piercing

    Examples

    • « incisive teeth »
    • « the piercing needle »

    Synonyms

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  • « The other day I was reading a blog and I linked over to Streisand's Web site, and it was amazing politically. She's so insightful and incisive. And she also says whatever she wants. »
    Liz Phair

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