Trenchant

Pronunciation: /ˈtrɛnʃənt/

Definitions of trenchant

adjective Trenchant is an adjective that means vigorous or incisive in expression or style.

Example Sentences

A1 The teacher used trenchant words to explain the lesson.

A2 She gave a trenchant critique of the movie, pointing out its flaws.

B1 The author's trenchant analysis of the political situation was widely praised.

B2 The journalist's trenchant writing style made her articles stand out.

C1 His trenchant wit and sharp observations kept the audience entertained throughout the lecture.

C2 The CEO's trenchant leadership style helped turn the company around and increase profits.

Examples of trenchant in a Sentence

formal The author's trenchant critique of the government policies sparked a heated debate.

informal She always has a trenchant opinion on current events.

slang His trenchant remarks really hit the nail on the head.

figurative The trenchant sword of justice cut through the lies and revealed the truth.

Grammatical Forms of trenchant

• past tense: trenched
• plural: trenchants
• comparative: more trenchant
• superlative: most trenchant
• present tense: trenches
• future tense: will trench
• perfect tense: have trenched
• continuous tense: is trenching
• singular: trenchant
• positive degree: trenchant
• infinitive: to trench
• gerund: trenching
• participle: trenching

Origin and Evolution of trenchant

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Middle English, Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'trenchant' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'trenchant' meaning cutting or sharp.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something sharp or cutting, the word 'trenchant' evolved to also mean keen or incisive in terms of wit or analysis.