Penetrative: meaning, definitions and examples

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penetrative

[ ˈpɛnɪˌtreɪtɪv ]

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in medical or psychological context

Having the ability to penetrate or make its way through a surface, substance, or barrier.

Synonyms

penetrating, piercing, probing

Examples of usage

The penetrative power of X-rays allows doctors to see inside the body.
Her penetrative gaze seemed to see right through me.

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in context of ideas or analysis

Characterized by deep insight or understanding; keenly perceptive.

Synonyms

discerning, insightful, perceptive

Examples of usage

Her penetrative analysis of the situation uncovered hidden truths.
The author's penetrative writing style captivated the readers.

Translations

Translations of the word "penetrative" in other languages:

🇵🇹 penetrativo

🇮🇳 प्रवेशी

🇩🇪 durchdringend

🇮🇩 penetratif

🇺🇦 проникливий

🇵🇱 przenikliwy

🇯🇵 貫通する

🇫🇷 pénétrant

🇪🇸 penetrante

🇹🇷 nüfuz edici

🇰🇷 관통하는

🇸🇦 نافذ

🇨🇿 pronikavý

🇸🇰 prienikavý

🇨🇳 穿透的

🇸🇮 prodoren

🇮🇸 gegnsætt

🇰🇿 өткіншіл

🇬🇪 გამჭოლი

🇦🇿 nüfuzedici

🇲🇽 penetrante

Word origin

The word 'penetrative' is derived from the verb 'penetrate', which comes from the Latin word 'penetrare' meaning 'to enter, go into'. The term has been used in various contexts to describe the ability to pass through barriers or to deeply understand something. Its usage has evolved over time to encompass both physical and metaphorical meanings.