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Synonyms & Antonyms of piercing
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
causing intense discomfort to one's skin
- that light sweater will be no match for the piercing wind outside
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2
marked by a high volume of sound
- the frightened child emitted a piercing shriek that could be heard all over the house
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piercing
verb
present participle of pierce
Synonyms & Antonyms of piercing (Entry 2 of 2)
1
to go or come in or into
- thoughts of revenge relentlessly pierced her mind
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2
to make a hole or series of holes in
- pierced his ears with a needle
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3
to penetrate or hold (something) with a pointed object
- the saber pierced his chest, releasing a spurt of blood
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The first known use of piercing was in the 14th century
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