Search Dictionary
Definition of incisiveness

incisiveness

/ɪnˈsaɪ.sɪv.nəs/
in · ci · sive · ness
Adverb:incisively
•
Adjective:incisive
JUMP TO:

incisiveness Lexical Profile

incisiveness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality of being intelligently analytical, clear-thinking, and quick to penetrate to the core of an issue.

Example

"The critic's essays are widely admired for their clarity and analytical incisiveness."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for incisiveness
Antonyms
View all antonyms for incisiveness

• Rhymes for incisiveness

• Nearby Words

incision
incisive
incisively
incisiveness
incisor
incite
incitement

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective 'incisive' and the suffix '-ness'. 'Incisive' derives via Medieval Latin from Latin 'incisus', the past participle of 'incidere' ('to cut into'), combining 'in-' ('into') and 'caedere' ('to cut').

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Incisiveness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/incisiveness
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.