April 27, 2027

Trenchant

adjective

Definition

Vigorous or incisive in expression; sharply perceptive. A trenchant observation cuts through pretension to the truth.

Example Sentence

“Her trenchant analysis of the policy left the minister with nothing to say in his own defence.”

Etymology

From Old French trenchant (cutting), present participle of trenchier (to cut).

Scrabble Score

T1R1E1N1C3H4A1N1T1

TRENCHANT scores 14 points in Scrabble.

Synonyms & Related Words

incisive sharp cutting penetrating

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