thrust
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6.7
- noun
- /θrʌst/
- The pursuit of guilt and repentance is the main thrust of most organized consciousness-raising and sensitivity-training activities.
- the main thrust
- a major thrust
- the thrust of an argument
Examples
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Her recent article contained a sharp thrust at the government's handling of the crisis.
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So, but I agree with the thrust of your question.
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- Yeah, I think I got the thrust of it.
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The identification and application of these options is the primary thrust of this article.
Academic text (1991) -
Notice that both principles have a universalistic thrust, though in different ways.
Academic text (1990) -
Identifying the key components that generate efficacy was the main thrust of this study.
Academic text (1993) -
The Vietnam War provided an additional thrust, elevating the importance of these issues in the social and medical spheres.
Academic text (2012) -
West sees the moral, political, and prophetic thrust of pragmatism as its most vital legacy.
Academic text (1991) -
As the tragedy evolves, each episode contributes to the thrust of a final moment of epiphany.
Academic text (1990) -
The politician's speech included several pointed thrusts aimed at his opponent's record.
Synonyms
485
3.2
Strong words that criticize someone or something
83
5.9
A short angry remark meant to hurt or criticize someone
13
6.4
A short sharp remark meant to hurt or criticize someone
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6.3
An insulting remark meant to hurt someone
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8.2
A strong public attack in speech or writing that criticizes someone
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8.2
A strong attack in words on a person or group
2
7.5
A sharp remark that criticizes someone in a not direct way
1
7.9
A strong criticism that attacks a person or idea
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7.4
A mean comment that aims to hurt someone
1
7.2
A harshly critical comment that aims to hurt or mock someone
A remark that is harsh and meant to hurt someone's feelings
A very harsh and angry comment meant to hurt someone
Antonyms
Compounds
- Specialized
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8.7
An attack in fencing where you lunge forward, keeping your back leg straight and your sword arm outstretched
How Sharp
Surface Forms
Etymology
Thrust for a pointed remark comes from the image of a sharp 'stab' or quick push. That is why a witty thrust is like a cutting, pointed push of words.