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penetrative
('p/E/n/I/,tr/eI/t/I/v )

adjective (a)

  • Tending to penetrate; of a penetrating quality; piercing; as, the penetrative sun.(adjective)
    source: webster1913

adjective satellite (s)

  • having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions(adj.all)
    Example:
    Frequent penetrative observations.
    Synonym:
    acute, discriminating, incisive, keen, knifelike, penetrating, piercing, sharp
    source: wordnet30
  • tending to penetrate; having the power of entering or piercing(adj.all)
    Example:
    A toxic penetrative spray applied to the surface.
    Synonym:
    penetrating
    source: wordnet30

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