penetrant — meaning in English
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Senses
penetrant is used for these senses in English:
- heavy-handed (pejorative) Overbearing, coercive; unnecessarily forceful; harsh, oppressive.
- obtrusive Of a person: overly assertive, bold, or domineering; pushy; also, ostentatious.
- pungent Having a strong taste that stings the tongue; said especially of hot (spicy) food, which has a strong and sharp or bitter taste.
obtrusive — full definition
- adj (of a person) Too forceful, bold or showy in a way that draws unwanted attention.
- adj (of a thing) Standing out in a way that is unwelcome or annoying.
- adj Sticking out so far that it gets in the way.
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