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- [in-sahy-siv]
- /ɪnˈsaɪ sɪv/
- /ɪnˈsaɪ.sɪv/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [in-sahy-siv]
- /ɪnˈsaɪ sɪv/
Definitions of incisively word
- adjective incisively penetrating; cutting; biting; trenchant: an incisive tone of voice. 1
- adjective incisively remarkably clear and direct; sharp; keen; acute: an incisive method of summarizing the issue. 1
- adjective incisively adapted for cutting or piercing. 1
- adjective incisively of or relating to the incisors: the incisive teeth. 1
- noun incisively In an incisive manner. 1
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Origin of incisively
First appearance:
before 1520 One of the 28% oldest English words
From the Medieval Latin word incīsīvus, dating back to 1520-30. See incise, -ive
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Parts of speech for Incisively
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
incisively popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 80% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
incisively usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for incisively
adverb incisively
- trenchancy — incisive or keen, as language or a person; caustic; cutting: trenchant wit.
- forcefully — full of force; powerful; vigorous; effective: a forceful plea for peace.
- acerbically — in an acerbic manner
- brutally — savage; cruel; inhuman: a brutal attack on the village.
- directly — in a direct line, way, or manner; straight: The path leads directly to the lake.
Antonyms for incisively
adverb incisively
- gently — kindly; amiable: a gentle manner.
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