Dictionary Check: penetrating

"penetrating" is a valid word!

Scrabble 14 points
Words with Friends 18 points

Definition

adjective

having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

Example: "an acute observer of politics and politicians"
adjective

tending to penetrate; having the power of entering or piercing

Example: "a toxic penetrative spray applied to the surface"
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