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In a way that is physically sharp or pointed
In a loud manner
“Unless you've heard the piercing thunder of a multi-engined jet plane, you can't fully comprehend just how noisy one of these high-powered planes really can be.”
Adverb for capable, or in the process, of penetrating, especially with a pointed tip
“At one end, of the syringe is a plunger which, when pressed, forces the cartridge against a piercing needle at the other end.”
Adverb for intense, typically in a distressing way
“Suddenly, I felt a piercing pain in my left hand, the one on the table.”
Adverb for shrill or discordant to the ears
“From the midst of the cloud rang out the piercing sound of a trumpet, which summoned the people to attend.”
Adverb for intensely cold or chilly
“It took me just one step out to be confronted with piercing wind and the black hostile waves of the North Sea a mere hundred yards away.”
Adverb for having or showing shrewdness or keen intelligence
“William's piercing analysis of the bankruptcy of aesthetic existence goes into many areas beyond the scope of our own study.”
Adverb for having or showing a deeply inquisitive nature or intent
“I could hear a few cackles from Abhi while Radha continued grilling me with her piercing questions about the rice.”
Adverb for feeling, or causing, (typically slight or stinging) pain
Adverb for very attentive or intent while looking at something
(of a feeling or emotion) Adverb for showing a heartfelt and powerful intensity
Adverb for funny and clever
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