trenchancy

Definitions

The quality of being vigorous, incisive, or keen in expression or style.

The state of being sharp, cutting, or penetrating in effect.

Examples

The critic was praised for the trenchancy of her analysis, which cut through the complex political rhetoric to reveal the underlying issues.

His arguments were noted for their remarkable trenchancy, leaving his opponents with little room to maneuver during the debate.

Synonyms

sharpness incisiveness acuteness keenness penetration forcefulness vigor

Antonyms

dullness bluntness vagueness weakness indecisiveness ineffectiveness ambiguity