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tell·ing
 telling
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- pronunciation:
- te
lIng
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
having a noticeable or striking effect.
Losing their star pitcher was a telling blow to the team.- synonyms:
- effective, forceful, potent
- similar words:
- cogent, decisive, efficacious, powerful, significant, striking
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| definition 2: |
revealing.
The film footage provides us with a telling glimpse of his true character.- synonyms:
- informative, revealing, telltale
- similar words:
- meaningful, significant
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| related words: |
effective, expressive |
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| derivation: |
tellingly (adv.) |
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