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Meaning of penetratively in English
Pronunciation
/ˈpɛnɪtrətɪvli/
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Adverb
penetratively
Etymology
late 17th century; earliest use found in John Sergeant (1623–1707), Roman Catholic controversialist and philosopher. From penetrative + -ly
Definitions
1.
with ability to see into deeply
Examples
« the author treats his subject penetratingly »