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pierc·ing
piercing
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- pronunciation:
- pir
sIng
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: |
adjective |
definition 1: |
extremely loud and shrill.
a piercing scream- synonyms:
- penetrating, sharp, shrill
- similar words:
- clarion, earsplitting, loud, screeching
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definition 2: |
bitterly cold.
a piercing wind- synonyms:
- biting, bitter, cutting, frigid, penetrating
- similar words:
- arctic, freezing, harsh, nipping, numbing, raw, sharp, wintry
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definition 3: |
penetrating or searching.
a piercing stare- synonyms:
- penetrating, trenchant
- similar words:
- arresting, bitter, intense, keen, pointed, probing, searching
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related words: |
biting, exquisite, intent, loud, poignant |
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derivation: |
piercingly (adv.) |
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