Definition of Trenchant
Trenchant
Tren·chant


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Having a sharp, incisive quality; keenly perceptive and insightful.

e.g. The journalist's trenchant commentary on politics was widely acclaimed.

(adjective)
caustic;

e.g. Her trenchant remarks made the student feel offended.

(adjective)
distinct and clear-cut;

e.g. There were trenchant divisions between the two categories.



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