Definition of penetrating

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  • penetrating is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 14
  • penetrating is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 14
  • penetrating is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 18

Definition of penetrating

  • tending to penetrate; having the power of entering or piercing (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a cold penetrating wind
    2. a penetrating odor

    Synonyms

    1. penetrative
  • having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions (adjective)

    Examples

    1. penetrating insight

    Synonyms

    1. acute
    2. discriminating
    3. incisive
    4. keen
    5. knifelike
    6. penetrative
    7. piercing
    8. sharp

See definition of penetrating in Merriam Webster