What is another word for trenchancy?

Pronunciation: [tɹˈɛnt͡ʃənsi] (IPA)

Trenchancy, which means sharpness or severity, can be conveyed by a variety of synonyms. One such word is acerbity, which suggests a harshness to speech or demeanor. Ferocity, another synonym, implies a fierce intensity, often in the context of an argument or critique. Cuttingness is a synonym that emphasizes the incisiveness or precision of a remark or action. Bitingness is similar, denoting a sharpness that can sting or wound. Finally, causticity suggests a particularly damaging or corrosive quality, often directed toward a specific target or subject. All of these synonyms for trenchancy capture different nuances of this potent term.

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What are the hypernyms for Trenchancy?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Trenchancy

From his reserved speech, shy manner, and uncommunicative patience under criticism, from the silent abruptness of his decisions, his formidable trenchancy in self-defence when openly attacked, and his aloofness from any attempts to curry favour with the Press, it may be inferred that his character was a dignified one; but he was dignified precisely in the way which makes such actions as taking a subordinate political position particularly easy.
"Lady-John-Russell"
MacCarthy, Desmond
trenchancy from James produced a silent disapproval.
"Love and Lucy"
Maurice Henry Hewlett
But to say this with crude trenchancy, teaches us nothing.
"Rousseau Volumes I. and II."
John Morley

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