pungence
- noun
- /ˈpʌn.dʒəns/
- Archaic
- Her writing is known for its pungence and ability to challenge conventional ideas.
Examples
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Critics praised the pungence of the editorial for exposing hidden truths.
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The pungence of his remarks left a lasting impression on the audience.
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The pungence of her remarks left everyone speechless.
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His writing is known for its pungence and clarity.
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The pungence of his remarks left a lasting impression on the audience.
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Critics praised the pungence of the editorial for exposing hidden truths.
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Her writing is known for its pungence and ability to challenge conventional ideas.
Synonyms
7
4.8
A direct and honest way of speaking that can seem rude
2
5.1
A strong, clear, and confident quality in speech, action, or physical strength
1
7.9
A short, direct way of speaking that often seems rude
1
6.6
A rough, unfriendly way of speaking or acting
1
4.6
A harsh, sudden way of speaking that sounds unfriendly
1
7.0
A harsh, rude manner or tone that offends people
1
9.8
A sharp, bitter way of speaking that hurts people
1
7.0
A short, rude way of speaking that sounds unfriendly
1
5.6
A sharp, cutting way of speaking that sounds rude
1
9.8
A sharp, cutting way of speaking and writing that criticizes people and ideas
1
8.0
Speech or writing that is sharp and often hurts people
1
9.7
Speech or writing that is sharply critical and makes people feel bad
1
5.9
A strong, lively quality that makes a big impact
1
6.0
A loud, bold way of behaving that often seems rude
A tendency to make sharp, hurtful remarks
A harsh tone in speech or writing that hurts people
A sharp, bitter way of speaking that hurts people
A harsh, unfriendly manner that hurts or upsets people
Antonyms
How Pungent
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Pungence comes from the Latin pungere 'to prick', the same root as puncture. So the pungence of words feels like a small prick that stings or shocks people, which is why it means a sharp, biting style of language.