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    Penetrante (en. Penetrating)

    [peˈne.tɾan.te]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Refers to something that enters or crosses through forcefully.
    The penetrating smell of the spices filled the kitchen.
    El olor penetrante de las especias llenó la cocina.
    That produces an intense or profound effect.
    Her gaze was penetrating, as if she could see into his soul.
    Su mirada era penetrante, como si pudiera ver dentro de su alma.
    That affects or impresses strongly.
    The comment he made was very penetrating and caused deep reflection among everyone.
    El comentario que hizo fue muy penetrante y causó una gran reflexión en todos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'penetrans', present participle of 'penetrare', which means 'to penetrate'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    penetrating gaze
    a gaze that has the ability to observe intensely.
    mirada penetrante
    penetrating smell
    a strong smell that is easily perceived.
    olor penetrante
    penetrating analysis
    a deep analysis that reveals important aspects.
    análisis penetrante

    Related Words

    penetrate
    To pass through something.
    penetrar
    depth
    Measure of how deep something is.
    profundidad
    intensity
    Degree to which something is strong or powerful.
    intensidad

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a person who is very observant.
    That detective has a penetrating sense for solving cases.
    Ese detective tiene un sentido penetrante para resolver casos.
    Used to describe a very sharp or critical comment.
    That criticism was truly penetrating; no one expected it.
    Esa crítica fue realmente penetrante, nadie se lo esperaba.