incisive
/ɪnˈsaɪsɪv/
in · ci · sive
ɪn · ˈsaɪ · sɪv
English Definition
adj. sharp; penetrating; keen
Significado en Español
incisivo, agudo
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sắc sảo, sâu sắc
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
in- (in) + cis (cut) + ive → incisive.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is closest in meaning to incisive: The lawyer''s _____ arguments helped to sway the jury in favor of his client.
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A
dull
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B
confusing
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C
incisive
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D
rambling
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C — incisive.
“incisive” means adj. sharp; penetrating; keen
Common questions about “incisive”
What does “incisive” mean?
incisive — adj. sharp; penetrating; keen. In Chinese: 深刻的；敏锐的.
How do you pronounce “incisive”?
incisive is pronounced /ɪnˈsaɪsɪv/. It breaks into 3 syllables: in · ci · sive.
Is “incisive” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. incisive appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “incisive”?
in- (in) + cis (cut) + ive → incisive.
